To Our Patients:

• If you have a PACEMAKER – you cannot have an MRI.
• If you are pregnant, we will not perform X-Rays, and we will need written authorization from your OB/GYN prior to your MRI exam.
• Please arrive for your appointment 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time to complete necessary paperwork.
• Please make sure proper insurance authorization is obtained prior to your examination.

MRI & X-RAY PATIENTS:

• There are no special instructions when preparing for your MRI & X-Ray examination.
• You may eat normally and take any medications that you usually take.
• Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to change into a gown depending on the examination you are to receive.

Please bring the following information with you:

• Prescription (without the prescription, your test cannot be done and you will be rescheduled)
• Prior reports & images (without them a comparison cannot be made)
• Identification (driver’s license, etc.)
• Insurance card(s)
• Stent card or any other implanted medical device card (if you have an implanted medical device)

FILMS:

A CD or films of your images will be provided to you or your referring physician, free of charge. If additional copies are required there will be a charge of $25.00 per set, each time they are printed.

Also, when requesting films, 24 hours notice is required. The films do not have to be returned to our office, they are yours to keep.

REPORTS:

A report will be prepared and faxed to your referring physician.