The CDI staff is available to answer any questions you have regarding an exam or procedure. Feel free to call your local center with specific questions or review our glossary and frequently asked questions for general information.

Q.  MEDICAL RECORDS - May I get a copy of my films?

Q.  MEDICAL RECORDS - How long does CDI keep my records on file?

Q.  PAYMENT - What do I need to bring with me to facilitate the payment process?

Q.  PAYMENT - Do I need preauthorization from my health care policy or plan?

Q.  PAYMENT - I don’t have medical insurance. Can I get a price quotation on my procedure?

Q.  PAYMENT - Does CDI file secondary claims as well as primary ones?

Q.  SCHEDULING - Will I need a driver?

Q.  SCHEDULING - I’m coming from out of town. Where can I spend the night?

Q.  SCEDULING - How soon can I book an appointment with CDI? Can I fit my appointment into my work schedule?

Q.  IMAGING PROCEDURES & PREPARATION - Why do I need to be at the center at least 15 minutes before my exam time?

Q.  IMAGING PROCEDURES & PREPARATION - What type of clothing should I wear for my exam?

Q.  IMAGING PROCEDURES & PREPARATION - What if I still have questions after reviewing this Web site?

Q.  QCT - How is the procedure conducted?

Q.  QCT - How do I prepare for the exam?

Q.  QCT - What do the test results mean?

Q.  QCT - Who interprets the results of my QCT?

Q.  CT - What body parts can the CT scanner evaluate?

Q.  CT - How long does the exam take?

Q.  CT - What should I wear?

Q.  CT - Are there any special preparations/restrictions?

Q.  CT - How will I feel after the exam?

Q.  CT - Can I take my prescribed medication?

Q.  CT - Can I have a CT scan when I am breastfeeding?

Q.  X-ray (Fluoroscopy) - Are barium sulphate enema studies painful?

Q.  X-ray - Are x-rays safe?

Q.  X-ray - Are there any special preparations/restrictions for x-ray exams?

Q.  MRI - How is MRI different from a CT or an x-ray?

Q.  MRI - What body parts can the MRI scanner evaluate?

Q.  MRI - How long does the exam take?

Q.  MRI - Are there any special preparations/restrictions?

Q.  MRI - Why is it so important to remove any metallic objects before I enter the MRI scanning room?

Q.  MRI - Will there be a problem if I have had surgery in which metal has been implanted?

Q.  MRI - What does the scanner look like?

Q.  MRI - Is there any risk?

Q.  MRI - May I have an MRI exam when I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

Q.  MRI - Why is the scanner so noisy?

Q.  MAMMOGRAPHY - Why shouldn’t I wear deodorant?

Q.  MAMMOGRAPHY - How often should I have a mammogram?

Q.  MAMMOGRAPHY - Can people with really small breasts have mammograms?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - How long will this take?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - Where will the injection be given?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - May I eat or drink beforehand?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - How long will the tracer stay in my body?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - Are there any side effects?

Q.  NUCLEAR MEDICINE - Why do I need to bring my previous scan or x-rays?

Q.  OPEN MRI - Why does a traditional open MRI scan take so much longer than high-field MRI?

Q.  OPEN MRI - What does an Open MRI look like?

Q.  PET/CT - What does PET/CT stand for?

Q.  PET/CT - What is PET/CT?

Q.  PET/CT - What makes PET/CT different?

Q.  PET/CT - How does PET/CT work?

Q.  ULTRASOUND - Why do I need to have a full bladder for a pelvic ultrasound?

Q.  ULTRASOUND - Why can’t I eat or drink anything before my abdomen ultrasound?

Q.  ULTRASOUND - If there are ulcers in my stomach, can you see them?

Q.  ULTRASOUND - Can ultrasound be harmful to my baby?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - How long does the exam take?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - Will I need to change clothes for the exam?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - What medications are most commonly used for injections?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - Will the procedure be painful?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - Can a family member or friend accompany me during my exam?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - Will I need a driver?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - Can I return to work following my exam?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - If I experience pain after the injection, what can I do?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - What kind of relief can I expect from the injected medication? How long will it last?

Q.  DIAGNOSTIC INJECTIONS & PAIN MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES - What happens if the injection fails to relieve my pain?