What Central Queensland Radiology does

Central Queensland Radiology (CQR) is a private diagnostic imaging provider operating eight clinic and hospital sites across Central Queensland, including Rockhampton, Gladstone, Hillcrest, Emerald, Rockhampton Hospital, Gladstone Hospital, Capricorn Coast, and Biloela. Founded in 2009 and employing 51–100 staff, the company delivers a comprehensive imaging portfolio spanning general modalities (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound), specialised services (3D mammography/Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, cardiac imaging, dental imaging, nuclear medicine, DEXA bone density), and procedural services (interventional radiology, pain management, obstetrics, occupational lung screening). It is a subsidiary of Imaging Queensland within the Integral Diagnostics (IDX) network, which provides access to specialist radiologists across Australia and New Zealand.

CQR's commercial model is anchored on Medicare bulk-billed diagnostic imaging under the Australian MBS framework, supplemented by private-pay imaging where Medicare criteria are not met and by mandated occupational chest X-rays under the Queensland Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme. Demand is generated through a referral-led go-to-market motion drawing from GPs, specialists, and allied health providers, with direct-to-patient booking supported by a phone booking centre (1300 822 741), online booking, and walk-in X-ray at select locations. The proprietary IQ Vue patient app and forthcoming My Health Record integration (effective 1 July 2026) provide digital access to images and reports, and the company has secured ISO 9001:2015 certification, Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme accreditation, and Lungscreen endorsement for ILO chest X-ray reporting.

Name

Central Queensland Radiology

Legal name

Central Queensland Radiology

Website

https://cqradiology.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Central Queensland Radiology is a private regional diagnostic imaging provider operating eight clinics and hospital sites across Central Queensland, delivering X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, and interventional services to patients referred by GPs and specialists, with most services bulk-billed under Medicare.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Diagnostic Imaging Services

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Diagnostic imaging services
• Medical radiology scans
• MRI and CT imaging
• Breast imaging services
• Occupational health screening

Headquarters

HQ city

Rockhampton

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Medicare Rebatable Diagnostic Imaging: Majority of services are bulk billed under Medicare, with the Australian Government covering the cost through Medicare Benefits Schedule. Patient out-of-pocket costs vary based on scan type and clinical indication.
2. Private Pay Diagnostic Imaging: Some services not covered by Medicare require private payment. Costs depend on examination type, contrast usage, body area imaged, and referral eligibility.
3. Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme: Chest X-ray services for coal mine workers as part of the Queensland Government-mandated health scheme, performed by Lungscreen-endorsed providers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Central Queensland Radiology provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic medical imaging services including X-Ray, CT Scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Bone Density (DEXA), Breast Imaging (including 3D mammography), Cardiac Imaging, Dental Imaging, Interventional Procedures, Pain Management, Obstetrics Imaging, and Occupational Health Imaging (Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme). Services are delivered across eight clinic locations in Central Queensland, supported by specialist radiologists and the proprietary IQ Vue patient app for digital access to images and reports.

Product overview

Central Queensland Radiology provides a comprehensive range of medical imaging services across multiple clinic locations in Central Queensland. The portfolio includes core diagnostic imaging services (X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI), specialized imaging (Bone Density/DEXA, Breast Imaging, Cardiac Imaging, Dental Imaging, Nuclear Medicine), and procedural services (Interventional Procedures, Pain Management, Lung Cancer Screening, Obstetrics Imaging, Occupational Imaging). Services are delivered through 8 clinic locations at Rockhampton, Gladstone, Hillcrest Hospital, Emerald Hospital, Rockhampton Hospital, Gladstone Hospital, Capricorn Coast Hospital, and Biloela Hospital. The company also offers the IQ VUE Patient App, a proprietary digital portal enabling patients to access their images and reports 24/7. The organization is a subsidiary of Imaging Queensland, part of the Integral Diagnostics (IDX) network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IQ VUE: Patient App for convenient and secure 24/7 access to medical images and diagnostic reports, available via smartphone, tablet or online web portal

Products and services

• X-Ray Standard X-ray imaging service capturing snapshots of bones and dense structures to detect fractures and infections. Walk-in service available at most locations.
• Ultrasound Ultrasound imaging using high-frequency sound waves to capture clear images of soft tissues, blood flow, and to determine if lumps are solid or fluid-filled. Shows movement and function in real-time.
• CT Scan Computed tomography scans using X-rays to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body. Used for imaging bone, blood vessels, and soft tissue to diagnose tumors, fractures, internal injuries, and more.
• MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging producing detailed images of soft tissue, brain, spine, heart, nerves, and joints. Detects tumors, neurological disorders, and digestive concerns without radiation.
• Bone Density (DEXA Scan) Bone mineral density scan using DEXA technology to determine bone health, aid in osteoporosis detection, and measure bone strength. Low radiation dose, painless procedure taking approximately 15-20 minutes.
• Breast Imaging Comprehensive breast imaging including 2D and 3D screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and breast biopsy services with dedicated breast diagnostic specialists.
• Cardiac Imaging Heart imaging services including CT Coronary Angiogram (CTCA), Calcium Scoring, Echocardiography (ultrasound of heart), and Nuclear Medicine Cardiology (Myocardial Perfusion Scans) for heart disease detection and evaluation.
• Dental Imaging Dental imaging services including OPG (Orthopantomogram), Lat Ceph (lateral cephalometric), and CT Dentascan for assessment of tooth development, impacted wisdom teeth, jawbone health, and orthodontic treatment planning with specialized DMF Radiologists.
• Nuclear Medicine Nuclear medicine imaging using small amounts of radioactive drugs to diagnose and treat various conditions. Includes myocardial perfusion scans and evaluations for cancer and other diseases.
• Interventional Procedures Image-guided interventional procedures including pain management injections, joint procedures, and other treatments performed under CT, ultrasound, or X-ray guidance.
• Lung Cancer Screening Low-dose CT lung cancer screening as part of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, in partnership with Chest Scan Australia. Available for eligible Australians aged 50-74 with significant smoking history.
• Obstetrics Imaging Pregnancy imaging services including early pregnancy scans, nuchal translucency scans, and morphology scans to support expecting mothers throughout pregnancy.
• Pain Management Image-guided pain management procedures to identify and treat sources of pain, including joint injections and specialized interventional treatments.
• Occupational Imaging Occupational health imaging services including Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme chest X-rays, ILO-standard readings, and screening for occupational lung diseases like pneumoconiosis and silicosis.
• IQ VUE Patient App Free secure digital patient portal providing 24/7 access to medical images and diagnostic reports via smartphone, tablet, or web portal. Allows patients to take images across Australia and request appointments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 60,000 Australians screened through National Lung Cancer Screening Program since July 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• My Health RecordcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2026Australian Government digital health system. Central Queensland Radiology connects to My Health Record to upload diagnostic imaging reports (effective July 2026). This enables secure sharing of health information across healthcare providers and gives patients 24/7 access to their imaging reports.
• National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 October 2025During Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October), Central Queensland Radiology donates $5 to NBCF for every diagnostic mammogram performed at the Rockhampton QTV clinic. NBCF has contributed to a 43% reduction in breast cancer mortality rates since 1994 through research funding.
• National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Australian Government program launched July 2025 for lung cancer screening. Targets eligible Australians aged 50-74 who currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years. The program offers bulk-billed low-dose CT scans to detect lung cancer early, when treatment options are greater. Since launch, over 60,000 Australians have participated.
• Imaging QueenslandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and operating entity. Central Queensland Radiology is a subsidiary of Imaging Queensland, which is part of the Integral Diagnostics (IDX) network. Imaging Queensland coordinates the network of radiology practices across Queensland including Central Queensland Radiology, Sunshine Coast Radiology, Advanced Women's Imaging, Breast Diagnostic Specialists, and Diagnostic Imaging for Women.
• Integral Diagnostics (IDX)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent network. IDX is a leading provider of diagnostic imaging services across Australia and New Zealand. The partnership provides access to some of Australasia's foremost radiologists and medical imaging specialists, shared best practices, and network-wide quality standards.
• Lungscreen AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLungscreen is the sole provider appointed by the Queensland Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy to provide fully adjudicated ILO (International Labour Organisation) chest X-ray reports for Queensland coal mine workers. Central Queensland Radiology is a Lungscreen-endorsed provider of chest X-rays for the Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme. All chest X-rays must be sent to Lungscreen for dual reading and fully adjudicated ILO reporting.
• Chest Scan AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for lung cancer screening services. Chest Scan Australia offers low-dose CT scans for early detection of lung cancer as part of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP). Central Queensland Radiology collaborates with Chest Scan Australia to provide accessible, life-saving lung screening across Central Queensland.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Healius Limited: Large ASX-listed healthcare operator with imaging (formerly Lumus Imaging) alongside pathology and day hospitals. Offers overlapping diagnostic imaging capabilities as part of a broader healthcare portfolio rather than a pure-play focus.
• Sonic Healthcare Limited: Global diagnostics giant with imaging operations in Australia alongside pathology. Overlaps with CQR on diagnostic imaging but operates at vastly larger scale and as part of a diversified diagnostic services platform.

Direct peers

• I-MED Radiology Network: Australia's largest diagnostic imaging network with 250+ clinics across metro and regional Australia. Directly comparable to CQR in service mix (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine), referral-led GTM, and Medicare bulk-billing model — the most direct national peer.
• Capitol Health Limited: ASX-listed Australian diagnostic imaging operator with a network of community-based clinics. Comparable business model — multi-site radiology with Medicare-driven revenue — and a relevant benchmark for public-market valuation of regional imaging assets.
• PRP Diagnostic Imaging: Australian diagnostic imaging network operating across multiple states with similar community-clinic service portfolio. Comparable referral-driven, Medicare-bulk-billed model targeting regional and suburban catchments.
• Queensland X-Ray: Major Queensland-focused diagnostic imaging provider offering a comparable multi-modality service portfolio across multiple clinics. Competes with CQR for the same GP and specialist referral base in regional Queensland.
• Sunshine Coast Radiology: Sister practice within Imaging Queensland / IDX network. Operates a multi-site Queensland diagnostic imaging network with similar modality mix and referral model — essentially an internal comparable for CQR's operating economics.

Regional players

• Benson Radiology: Adelaide-headquartered diagnostic imaging group operating across South Australia with a comparable multi-modality, multi-clinic model. Relevant peer for regional Australian imaging economics, though geographically distinct from CQR.
• South Coast Radiology: Regional Queensland diagnostic imaging provider with a comparable service portfolio and referral-driven model. Geographic and operational analogue to CQR for benchmarking regional Queensland imaging performance.
• Lake Imaging: Regional Victoria diagnostic imaging provider with a multi-site, multi-modality model. Closely comparable to CQR in regional density, modality breadth, and Medicare-driven economics, but operating in a different state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CentralQueenslandRadiology-CQR/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/cqradiology
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/central-queensland-radiology

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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