Category: MRI
The Cost of an MRI
What is an MRI? MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. It uses magnetic fields to create images of your internal organs and can help your […]
Read moreHow Long Does an MRI Take?
Just the idea of an MRI can be scary: lying on that platform, being trapped inside that tube, worrying about what they might find. And […]
Read moreIs My MRI Covered By My Insurance?
As always, it’s never an easy question to answer; most imaging centers will accept your insurance, especially if it’s an in-network facility. However, whether or […]
Read moreWhat is an Open MRI?
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?
Read moreWill My Insurance Cover An Open MRI
Open magnetic resonance imaging or MRI is a great alternative to traditional closed MRIs. They are designed to provide more space to reduce MRI claustrophobia […]
Read moreHow To Get An MRI Approved By Insurance
While it’s your health insurance company that requires prior authorization, also known as pre-authorization, it’s not necessarily your health insurance company that makes the decision about whether your prior authorization request is approved or denied. Although a few health plans still do prior authorizations in-house, many contract these tasks out to benefit management companies.
Read moreHow to Beat MRI Claustrophobia
No one likes being in tight spaces, but for some, close quarters can feel like a nightmare. If you experience intense claustrophobia but need an MRI, we recommend following these five tips before your scan to ensure your experience is comfortable – or, at a minimum, tolerable!
Read more5 Tips for Staying Calm During an MRI
MRIs are one of the safest and most commonly prescribed medical imaging procedures, but for first-time patients or those with issues of anxiety or claustrophobia, […]
Read moreHow to Schedule an MRI Appointment
When booking an MRI scan, we will call to confirm the information you have provided is correct and find imaging centers that match your criteria. Sometimes the process is easy and we will come back with a confirmation within the hour. Other times, we may need to follow-up if there is information missing from your request (prescription, dates available, location range).
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