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Spider Veins - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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What are Spider Veins? Spider veins are small, thin veins that lie close to the surface of the skin. Although these super-fine veins are connected with the larger venous system, they are not an essential part of it. A number of factors contribute to the development of spider veins, including heredity, pregnancy and other events that cause hormonal shifts, weight gain, occupations or activities that require prolonged sitting or standing, and the use of certain medications. As time passes, you may find tha...
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3D/Digital Mammography - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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The Women’s Imaging Center is proud to offer 3D Mammography. This ground-breaking 3D technology offers exceptional sharp images, early detection of breast cancer, clearer lesion images and reduction of unnecessary biopsies. Early detection is key in the battle against breast cancer. The 3D Mammography Exam. Breast compression is necessary in order to:. Even out the breast thickness so that all of the tissue can be visualized. Reduce x-ray scatter to increase sharpness of picture. Do not wear deodorant, t...
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HIPAA - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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WHO WILL FOLLOW THIS NOTICE. The Notice of Privacy Practices describes Radiology and Imaging Specialists’ practices and that of (a) any health care professional authorized to enter information into your medical record, (b) all departments and units of Radiology and Imaging Specialists (c) all contracted services, and (d) all members of Radiology and Imaging Specialists’ workforce, follow this notice. You have the right to:. Get a copy of your paper or electronic medical record. Provide mental health care.
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CAT Scan - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Computerized Axial Tomography Scan (CT or CAT Scan). A CT Scan is a procedure that combines many x-ray images with the aid of a computer to generate cross-sectional and three-dimensional views of anatomy. CT Scans are performed to analyze the internal structures of various parts of the body. CT Scans can identify normal and abnormal structures and be used to guide procedures. Preparation and Special Instructions. Patients having CT exams scheduled without contrast medium require no special preparation.
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PET/CT - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computerized Tomography (CT) are both standard imaging tools that allow physicians to pinpoint the location of cancer within the body before making treatment recommendations. The highly sensitive PET scan detects the metabolic signal of actively growing cancer cells in the body and the CT scan provides a detailed picture of the internal anatomy that reveals the location, size and shape of abnormal cancerous growths. While a CT scan provides anatomical detail (size a...
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Breast Biopsy - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Ultrasound-guided biopsy is most useful when there are suspicious changes on the mammogram that can also be seen on an ultrasound exam. After placing an ultrasound probe over the site of the breast lump and using local anesthesia, the radiologist guides a biopsy needle directly into the mass. Preparation and Special Instructions. You will be awake during your biopsy, and should have little or no discomfort. Generally the biopsy is completed in less than an hour. It is not necessary to close the t...A pat...
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Insurance - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Self Pay Patients will receive a discount for radiology services. We also accept the following insurances. Requires auth for MRI, MRA, CT.PETS, PEM and NUC MED. Requires pre-cert thru NIA for CT, MRI, MRA, PEM and PET SCANS. All Aetna’s require pre-cert for CT, MRI, MRA PEM and PET SCANS. Requires auth for CT, MRI, MRA, PEM and PET SCANS. Requires auth for CT, MRI, MRA, PEM and PET SCANS. Requires auth for CT, CTA, MRI, MRA, PEM and PET SCANS. BCBS PUBLIX EMPLOYEES ONLY (PXN). No longer take in our area.
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News & Events - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. October 23, 2015. Thanks to our dedicated staff and team of walkers at the American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Awareness Walk in Bartow, FL. Welcome Dr. Fernandez. August 21, 2015. Radiology and Imaging Specialists Announce Addition to Medical Staff. Radiology and Imaging Specialists is proud to announce an addition to their medical staff. Alexander J. Fernandez has joined the practice as board-certified radiologist . Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Welcome Dr. Fernandez.
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Breast MRI - Radiology and Imaging Specialists
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Who qualifies for a breast MRI? Under what conditions should breast MRI be performed? MRI is used to evaluate breast lumps found during a physical examination, ultrasound, or mammography. Breast MRI is utilized to look at what stage of breast cancer is present, evaluate breast tissue changes during treatment and check the progress of chemotherapy. MRI assists by providing additional information on a diseased breast to make the best treatment decisions. MRI provides more clear and detailed images of the s...
