Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prepare?
Before entering the MR system room, you will be asked questions regarding the presence of implants and will be instructed to remove all metal objects from pockets and hair.
Before the exam you will be asked to fill out a screening form asking about anything that might create a health risk or interfere with imaging. Items that may create a health hazard or interfere with image quality during an MRI exam include:
- Cardiac pacemaker or implantable defibrillator
- Catheter that has metal components that may pose a risk of a burn injury
- A ferromagnetic metal vascular clip
- An implanted or external medication pump (such as that used to deliver insulin or a pain-relieving drug)
- A cochlear (inner ear) implant
- A neurostimulation system
- A catheter that has metallic components
- Metallic spinal rod
- Plates, pins, screws, or metal mesh used to repair a bone or joint
- Joint replacement or prosthesis
- Metallic jewelry and body piercings
- Some tattoos or tattooed eyeliner (these alter MR images, and can cause skin irritation or swelling)
- Makeup, nail polish, or other cosmetic that contains metal
- Bullet, shrapnel, or other type of metal fragment
- Metallic foreign bodies within or near the eye (metal workers are most likely to have this problem)
- Dental fillings/Orthodontic braces/Retainers
What should I expect?
Our MRI registered technologists will help you into the correct position on the scanner bed. This bed slides directly into the scanner. Ask for a blanket if you feel a chill. The procedure will take from 20 to 40 minutes depending on your doctor’s instructions. After the scan, you can resume all normal activities immediately.
When will I get my results?
The results will be sent over to your referring doctor via fax or our provider portal. They should expect the reports within 1-3 business days.
What kind of MRI is offered?
We offer a non-contrast MRI at our facility. Additionally, we do not offer an upright or open MRI.
Do I need a referral to get an Xray or MRI?
Yes. Your doctor must fill out a referral form and send it to us for you to be seen here. Additionally, we require a copy of the referral before we can schedule the imaging to ensure everything goes smoothly.