South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers

What South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers does

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) is a private, for-profit outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology provider operating 22-24 facilities across San Antonio, Boerne, and Schertz, Texas. The company was founded in 1999 and is embedded within the Methodist Healthcare System, with all professional interpretation and interventional procedures delivered by South Texas Radiology Group, P.A. (STRG) — a separate physician group comprising more than 70 Board-Certified Radiologists with subspecialization across neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, body, cardiac, breast, and interventional radiology. Service lines span MRI (including a 3T Wide Open MRI and liver MRI elastography), 64-detector CT with 3D imaging, PET/CT with Time of Flight, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, X-ray, and a full women's imaging vertical (Boutique Mammography Centers) using Digital Breast Tomosynthesis with AI-assisted reads. Interventional offerings include pain management injections, vein solutions (EVLT, sclerotherapy), uterine fibroid embolization, prostate artery embolization, and biopsies.

STRIC operates a hybrid go-to-market combining physician-referred imaging (the dominant motion for advanced diagnostics) with direct-to-consumer acquisition via online self-scheduling through a Royal Solutions Group platform, walk-ins for select screenings, and a dedicated self-pay Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring product priced at $149. Revenue is generated primarily through fee-for-service insurance billing (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial carriers), supplemented by self-pay screening services. Patient engagement is supported by a 2025-launched Patient Results Portal that delivers 24/7 access to reports, images, scheduling, pre-registration, and bill pay. Marketing channels center on the company website, Google Business Profile presence, the Boutique Mammography sub-brand, and physician referral relationships anchored by the Methodist system. The company is HIPAA-compliant and discloses AI use under Texas Senate Bill 1188.

The business model is regionally concentrated (single metro with adjacent exurbs), talent-intensive (credentialed radiologist supply is the binding capacity constraint), and capital-intensive (advanced imaging modalities — 3T MRI, 64-detector CT, PET/CT — require ongoing equipment reinvestment). Strategic positioning rests on physical distribution density, subspecialty radiology talent, advanced modality availability, and Methodist system integration rather than proprietary technology or pricing differentiation.

Name

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers

Legal name

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers

Website

https://stric.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) is a private outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology provider operating 22-24 facilities across San Antonio, Boerne, and Schertz, Texas, serving individual patients and physician referrals with MRI, CT, PET/CT, mammography, ultrasound, and interventional procedures interpreted by 70+ subspecialized radiologists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outpatient Diagnostic Imaging Services

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Radiology Imaging Centers (X-ray/CT/MRI/Ultrasound) (HLAFAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Advanced Imaging & Specialty Radiology Centers (PET/CT, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology) (HLAFAKAB), Breast Imaging Centers (Mammography/Tomosynthesis) (HLAFAKAD), Nuclear Medicine Clinical Services & Therapy Centers (HLAIAGAI), Women’s Imaging & Breast Health Centers (HLAFAJAJ)

Keywords

• Diagnostic imaging services
• Interventional radiology
• Outpatient imaging centers
• Breast imaging services
• Cardiac imaging exams

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices27 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Diagnostic Imaging Services: Fee-for-service diagnostic imaging procedures including MRI, CT, PET/CT, mammography, ultrasound, X-ray, and nuclear medicine. Revenue generated through insurance billing and patient payments. Services covered by most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial carriers.
2. Out-of-Pocket Screening Services: Self-pay pricing for certain screening services like Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring at $149.00. Some screening services can be performed without physician orders if patients meet specific criteria.
3. Interventional Radiology Procedures: Minimally invasive image-guided procedures including pain management injections, vertebroplasty, vein treatments (EVLT, sclerotherapy), uterine fibroid embolization, and biopsies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) provides full-service outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services from 22–24 facilities across San Antonio, Boerne, and Schertz, Texas. Imaging modalities include MRI (with 3T Wide Open and elastography capabilities), CT (64-detector), PET/CT (with Time of Flight), ultrasound, X-ray, mammography, bone density (DEXA), and nuclear medicine, alongside image-guided interventional procedures such as pain management injections, vein treatments, uterine fibroid embolization, and prostate artery embolization. Interpretation is delivered by South Texas Radiology Group, P.A.'s 70+ Board-Certified Radiologists with subspecialty expertise, and patients access services via physician referrals, online scheduling, and direct phone booking.

Product overview

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) provides full-service outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services as a single unified healthcare provider operating 22-24 facilities in the San Antonio metropolitan area. The core STRIC brand encompasses comprehensive imaging modalities including MRI (with 3T Wide Open and elastography capabilities), CT (64-detector and wide-bore), PET/CT (with Time of Flight Technology), ultrasound/vascular ultrasound, X-ray, mammography (with AI-assisted reading via DBT/3D), bone density (DEXA), and nuclear medicine. The Boutique Mammography Centers sub-brand provides dedicated women's imaging. Interventional radiology services include pain management, vein solutions (EVLT, sclerotherapy), vertebroplasty, UFE, and prostate artery embolization. Cardiac imaging includes coronary artery calcium scoring and coronary CT angiography. The Patient Portal provides patient access to reports, images, scheduling, and bill pay. Interpretation is provided by South Texas Radiology Group, P.A. with over 70 Board-Certified Radiologists including subspecialists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Boutique Mammography Centers: Dedicated women's imaging centers offering screening, diagnostic and interventional mammography services including DBT (Digital Breast Tomosynthesis) 3D imaging. Locations include Huebner, Northeast, Stone Oak, and Alamo Heights.
• Texas Vein Clinic

Products and services

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) MRI imaging services featuring High-Field 3T Wide Open MRI design with feet/head-out positioning for most exams, accommodating claustrophobic, anxious, or larger patients (up to 550 lbs). Includes protocols such as MRI enterography and MRI defecography.
• Computerized Tomography (CT) CT scanning using high-resolution 64-Detector CTs, wide-bore CTs, and 3-D imaging for diagnostic examinations across body systems.
• PET / CT Combined positron emission tomography and computed tomography imaging with Time-of-Flight technology for improved lesion detection, faster scan times, and improved diagnostic quality for larger patients. Available at North Central, Northeast, and Northwest Imaging Centers.
• Breast Imaging Comprehensive breast imaging including Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT/3D) screening and diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, breast core biopsy (stereotactic and ultrasound-guided), and breast density assessment, delivered with AI-assisted reading at Boutique Mammography Centers.
• Ultrasound / Vascular Ultrasound Diagnostic ultrasound including thyroid, abdominal aorta, AAA screening, gallbladder, liver, kidney, breast, testicular, prostate, pelvic/intravaginal, interventional guidance, and vascular (arterial and Doppler) imaging.
• X-ray Radiography services covering head, neck, chest, spine, abdomen, pelvis, joints, and extremities. Available across multiple STRIC locations.
• Bone Density Scan (DEXA) Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan measuring bone mineral density in lumbar spine and hip to detect osteoporosis, available at Boutique Mammography Center Stone Oak and additional STRIC locations.
• Nuclear Medicine Nuclear medicine imaging including bone scans, hepatobiliary (HIDA), cardiac MUGA scan, thyroid uptake and scan, and gastric emptying studies.
• Interventional Radiology Outpatient image-guided procedures offering less risk, less pain, and shorter recovery than open surgery, including biopsies, drain placement, hysterosalpingograms, fallopian tube recanalization, central venous access, dialysis access management, vertebroplasty, and vein therapy.
• Pain Management Image-guided, non-surgical pain relief services for back and joint pain, including epidural steroid injections, nerve root blocks, RF ablation, steroid injections for peripheral joints, vertebral augmentation, and fluid aspiration. Offered at Hardy Oak Imaging & Interventional Center and Orthopedic Imaging Center.
• Vein Solutions Complete vein care for varicose and spider veins, including Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT, reported up to 98% effective) and Sclerotherapy, offered at North Central Imaging Center and through the Texas Vein Clinic partnership at Hardy Oak Imaging & Interventional Center.
• Lung Cancer Screening Low-dose CT lung cancer screening for high-risk individuals (age 50-77, 20+ pack-year smoking history, current or recently quit smokers), including a dedicated Lung Cancer Navigator Program. Available at Kitty Hawk, Landmark, Medical Drive, Schertz, Oak Hills, and additional locations.
• Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring Non-invasive CT exam detecting coronary heart disease and calcium build-up in coronary arteries. Self-pay pricing of $149.00 including radiologist interpretation, performed on a multi-detector CT scanner in approximately 20 minutes, available without a physician order for qualifying patients.
• Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA) Advanced cardiac imaging using 64-slice CT to sub-millimeter scan the entire heart in five heartbeats, supporting outpatient evaluation, early coronary disease detection, therapy guidance (PTCA, Stent, CABG), and identification of anomalous coronary arteries.
• MRI Elastography First-in-San Antonio liver MRI elastography enabling non-invasive quantitative measurement of total liver stiffness for early detection of liver fibrosis. Available at Specialty MRI, Northeast, Huebner, and Metropolitan Imaging Centers.
• Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) Non-surgical treatment for fibroids as a less invasive alternative to hysterectomy, performed by sub-specialty trained interventional radiologists with safer profile, shorter recovery time, and no surgery required.
• Prostate Artery Embolization Non-surgical treatment option for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and an alternative to TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate), with consultation appointments available.
• Gout Treatment Diagnosis and management of gout using Dual Energy CT (DECT) technology to distinguish urate crystals from other calcific deposits, supporting diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis mimicking gout and documenting response to therapy.
• Boutique Mammography Centers Dedicated women's imaging centers offering screening, diagnostic, and interventional breast services with Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT/3D) mammography and AI-assisted reading. Locations include Boutique Mammography Center Huebner, Northeast (Live Oak), Stone Oak, Alamo Heights PLUS+, and Alamo Ranch.
• New Patient Results Portal Secure online patient portal providing 24/7 access to imaging reports and exam images, appointment self-scheduling, pre-registration for upcoming appointments, and bill-pay functionality, with access via email or text invitation after scheduling.

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• South Texas Radiology Group, P.A. (STRG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional interpretation and interventional procedures are provided by South Texas Radiology Group, P.A. (STRG). With over 70 Board-Certified Radiologists, some with sub-specialization in fields such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, body, cardiac, breast and interventional radiology, STRG has experience and a reputation that spans more than fifty years. This is the core radiology services partnership that powers STRIC's diagnostic capabilities.
• Methodist Healthcare SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTRIC operates through Methodist Healthcare System, which provides HR services, facilities, and integrated care pathways. Human Resources office is located at Physicians Plaza 1 within the Methodist system. Career opportunities direct applicants to JoinMethodist.com. Methodist Healthcare System provides nurse navigation program for breast cancer patients, with STRIC biopsy schedulers working closely with Methodist's nurse navigators.
• Royal Solutions GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform provider for online scheduling, patient portal, provider portal, and medical records requests. STRIC uses Royal Solutions Group's integrated platform for exam order forms, patient scheduling, and secure communications.
• Texas Vein ClinicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTexas Vein Clinic partners with STRIC to provide complete vein care services for varicose and spider veins. The Texas Vein Clinic physicians including David Bynum M.D., Amit Mehta M.D., and John W. Thomas M.D. perform vein treatments at STRIC's Hardy Oak Imaging & Interventional Center location.
• Methodist Healthcare System - Nurse Navigation ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Methodist Healthcare System's nurse navigation program for breast cancer patients. Patients with positive biopsy results are referred to Methodist's nurse navigators who provide free navigation services combining Methodist and Sarah Cannon (HCA Healthcare Cancer Research Institute) resources.
• Methodist Healthcare System - The START CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTRIC operates Northwest Imaging Center at The START Center (Surgical Technology and Recovery), a comprehensive cancer treatment facility. This location offers PET/CT, CT, and other imaging services in an integrated cancer care setting.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• RadNet: RadNet is the largest outpatient diagnostic imaging network in the United States, operating hundreds of centers across multiple states. It is the most direct comparison to STRIC's multi-site outpatient imaging model, with similar modalities (MRI, CT, PET/CT, mammography) and a similar physician-referral-driven business.
• Akumin: Akumin operates a national network of outpatient diagnostic imaging centers offering MRI, CT, PET/CT, ultrasound, X-ray, and mammography. Its multi-site, multi-modality model and physician-referral GTM directly parallel STRIC's approach.
• US Radiology Specialists: US Radiology Specialists is a partnership of subspecialized outpatient radiology practices operating across multiple states, with services spanning MRI, CT, mammography, and interventional radiology. The subspecialty radiologist model and multi-state footprint make it a close analog to STRIC's STRG-affiliated radiologist model.
• SimonMed Imaging: SimonMed Imaging is one of the largest outpatient imaging providers in the U.S., operating a network of centers offering MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography, and other modalities. It serves as a direct comp for STRIC's multi-site, multi-modality model with strong consumer-facing scheduling.
• RAYUS Radiology: RAYUS Radiology (formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging) operates a national network of outpatient imaging centers offering MRI, CT, mammography, and pain management procedures. Its subspecialized radiologist model and mix of diagnostic plus interventional services closely resemble STRIC's positioning.
• Touchstone Medical Imaging: Touchstone Medical Imaging operates outpatient imaging centers providing MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray, and mammography with direct patient scheduling. The regional, multi-modality model is directly comparable to STRIC's San Antonio network.
• Envision Radiology: Envision Radiology operates outpatient imaging centers across multiple U.S. markets, offering MRI, CT, mammography, and interventional services. It is a comparable multi-modality, multi-site outpatient radiology operator.

Broad incumbents

• Methodist Healthcare System: Methodist Healthcare System is the hospital system within which STRIC operates, providing HR, facilities, and integrated care pathways including the nurse navigation program and The START Center cancer facility. It is the strategic incumbent partner that also competes in imaging in the broader San Antonio market.
• HCA Healthcare: HCA Healthcare is the parent of Methodist Healthcare System and Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, and operates extensive hospital-based imaging across the U.S. As the broader incumbent in the same system, it represents both partnership and competitive overlap with STRIC.
• Tenet Healthcare: Tenet Healthcare operates USPI ambulatory surgery and diagnostic facilities and a national network of hospitals with imaging capabilities. It is a broad incumbent in healthcare delivery that overlaps with STRIC in imaging and interventional services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/stricimaging
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/south-texas-radiology-imaging-centers

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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