Each type of imaging exam and diagnostic or therapeutic procedure has its own specific guidelines. Special instructions for your exam will be given at the time of scheduling. For certain procedures, a CDI representative will contact you 24 - 48 hours prior to your exam with preparation instructions. There are a few general guidelines that apply to all exams offered at CDI.

General Guidelines

• Notify your physician and CDI staff if there is any chance that you may be pregnant or are currently breastfeeding.
  
• Discuss any special needs, such as dietary and/or physical limitations, with us in advance.
  
• Check with us in advance about recovery time or the need for a driver so you can make necessary arrangements with work and family.
  
• Arrive 15 minutes early to verify your registration information and provide further health information for your exam.
  
• Wear comfortable, metal-free clothing; be prepared to change into a patient gown if necessary.
  
• Bring prior x-rays or scans with you to the exam if you are instructed to do so.

General Diagnostic Injections and Pain Management Procedure Guidelines

• A CDI technologist or nurse will contact you 24-48 hours prior to your appointment to review medications you are currently taking, especially pain medications and blood thinners, discuss known allergies and your medical history, as well as answer your questions.
  
• Please tell either the scheduler or the technologist if you have any previous history of iodine allergies, or if you are a diabetic.
  
• Liquids and/or a light meal are recommended 1 - 2 hours prior to your injection. Do not eat or drink anything 4 hours prior to your procedure if you are receiving sedation.
  
• You will need a driver for your appointment. (Exception: MRI Arthrograms of the knee, shoulder or wrist.) If you are unable to arrange transportation, call us for assistance.

Medical Records and Results
We will send your exam films and reports directly to your physician within 24 hours. Your physician will discuss the results with you at your next scheduled appointment.

If you have questions about your exam and have not been contacted by CDI, please feel free to call the center where your exam or procedure is taking place.