Medical Imaging Information

10 Things You Should Know About CT Scans

26 Jul 20189 Dec 2022

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A CT scan, also known as a CAT scan, provides detailed pictures of your internal organs, muscles, and bones. CT scans help diagnose diseases and monitor treatment effects. If you're about to have one, here's what you'll need to know.

4 Things To Consider Before Getting An MRI

11 Jun 20189 Dec 2022

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MRI scanners uses strong magnets to produce incredible, detailed pictures of your organs and joints. If you have any metal in your body, you'll need to ensure that it (and you) are "compatible" with the magnet.

Know any smokers? This test could save their lives.

8 Jun 20189 Dec 2022

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Smoking increases the risk of medical problems, like lung cancer. Recent research has shown that annual scans can detect tumors while they're early-stage and highly treatable. Unfortunately, most smokers still don't realize screening is available and could save their lives.

What’s A Fair Price For Your Medical Test?

1 Jun 20189 Dec 2022

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So you need a medical imaging test, like an MRI or CT scan. We've written about the many factors that determine prices, but when you call for price estimates, how can you know what's remotely fair?

The Top 7 Ways to Save Money in Healthcare

25 May 20189 Dec 2022

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You're a skilled hunter of online deals, never accepting the first price you see. So why are you blindly accepting the cost of your healthcare? With a little extra effort, you could save thousands of dollars on your medical expenses, even if you have a good insurance plan.

The Top 5 Things To Know Before Your MRI

6 May 20189 Dec 2022

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So your doctor says you need an MRI. You're not thrilled about it, but you really do want to get a diagnosis and move on with your life. Also, you think it would be cool to see inside your own body. Before you show up, read through the five most important things to know about getting an MRI.

What Is An Open MRI?

3 May 201824 Apr 2023

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has revolutionized modern medical imaging, but laying in the scanner isn't exactly fun. In fact, if you suffer from claustrophobia, it may feel downright unbearable. To complete the scan, many people either take a sedative or find a center that offers open MRI. So what's an open MRI, and why doesn't everyone get one?