OUTPATIENT BONE DENSITOMETRY PREP

When you need a Bone Densitometry performed follow the directions below

Your physician's office will call the Imaging Services Department to schedule the exam(s).
Your physician or nurse will instruct you on any additional preparations necessary for this test.
Your physician will give you a signed order for this test. You must bring the physician's order sheet with you. You will need it to register as an outpatient at the hospital. Without this order sheet the test cannot be completed and you will be required to reschedule your exam.
Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit and/or you may be asked to put on a gown.
No METAL: Do not wear any metal buttons, buckles,zippers or jewelry as they materials may interfere with your test results.
It is very important that you lie still during this exam so the x-ray images are clear. Our staff will do everything possible to assist you to feel comfortable during this scan. Please let us know if you have any physician limitations which may inhibit lying still for at least 15 minutes.
The actual procedure time varies greatly. Please be prepared to spend at least an hour at the hospital.

If you must cancel or reschedule your appointment call the Imaging Services Department, receptionist at 587-1231. Please call at least 24 hours in advance.
After the film is developed and read by our Radiologist, a copy of the results are sent or called to your physician. Only your physician can give you the results of your MRI.
The Radiologist bills separately for his services. You will receive two bills for the procedure - one from the hospital and one from the radiologist for reading the films.