Blue Mountain Hospital Radiology center

Frequently asked questions..

 

• What do I need to do if I have and Ultrasound scheduled?

Patient must have a full bladder at time of exam for any type of OB, Abdominal, or Pelvic Ultrasound.

Patient must not have anything to eat or drink for 8 hours prior to any type of gallbladder or pancreatic exam.

For any type of extremity or vascular exam no preparation is required.

 

• What do I need to do if I have a CT scan Scheduled?

Patients that are having any type of abdominal scan must not eat or drink anything for 8 hours prior to exam with exception of the Barium contrast give 2 hours prior to exam by radiology dept.

Some simple lab test must also be performed prior to any contrast enhanced exam.  These tests are to check kidney function and may be preformed up to two weeks in advance of the CT scan.

There is no preparation required for non contrast enhanced exams.

 

• How do I get the results from my imaging exams?

The results of the exams performed at the Blue Mountain hospital Radiology department are sent to the Medical Provider that ordered them, and the patient needs to follow up with that provider and their staff to attain these results.

 

• Can I take my films to another provider for another opinion or continued care?

Yes, a patient can come in and get a copy of their films to take to another provider.  There is a release of medical records form that is required to be filled out and signed by the patient before the records can be released.

 

• Are my exams printed out on film or some other way?

Blue Mountain Hospital utilizes Digital Imaging Technology and your images will be put on a compact disc that can be view via computer.