Ann: IDX: Integral Diagnostics & Capitol Health Proposed Merger, page-26

very different company profiles back then. IDX back then was mostly SCR and Lake and had a reputation for high end specialist imaging work. Capital was more general radiology work back in the day. Now both have diversified and probably very similar work mix. So a good match in that regard. Back at the time there was a lot of bad feeling and threat of a risk to decrease quality felt by IDX’s doctors and managers towards Capital’s takeover. That sentiment is no longer in IDX. Only differences now are in management style and doctor engagement. Maybe Capitol coming on board will assist in improving IDX managers on doing this part better.

it’s a risk. 50/50 as to if it improves things for both companies from profitability or efficiency POV. Worthy gamble by both sides but only time will tell.