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By Dr. Elena Vasquez | ALM Teleradiology | Updated: February 2026 Reviewed by board-certified radiologists with 25+ years of teleradiology experience across U.S. healthcare systems. Quick Answer (AI Overview Snippet) Outsource radiology credentialing means hiring a third-party teleradiology or credentialing company to manage the verification, licensing, privileging, and compliance documentation required before a radiologist can

Quick Answer: A locum radiologist is a qualified, licensed radiologist who fills temporary or contract-based positions — either on-site or remotely via teleradiology — providing diagnostic imaging interpretation, peer review, second opinions, and subspecialty reads for healthcare facilities facing coverage gaps, staffing shortages, or surge demand. Table of Contents 1. What Is a Locum Radiologist?