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- Will my insurance cover the X-Ray or ultrasound, if I have the exam in my house?
Yes, Medicare covers the cost of your home exam, as does nearly all
other insurance carriers. Except Medicaid only recipients. Medicaid is
one of the only insurance carriers that does not cover home exams.
- Who qualifies for portable X-Rays?
Any patient that would find it physically or psychologically difficult to obtain their exam outside of their home.
- My parent/relative is upstairs/downstairs, can you get the equipment to them?
Yes, No problem. While we would prefer an elevator, we can easily bring our equipment up and down several flights of stairs.
- How long will it take for my Doctor to review my X-Ray on-line?
Usually within hours of the exam, or definitely by the following morning.
- My parent/relative is very contracted, how will you be able to get the exam? It seems impossible.
This is a very common situation. Our Technologists specialize in
dealing with the frail and elderly. When necessary we can adjust the
angle of the machine, or use pillows to position the patient. This is
to get the best visualization of the area that we're interested in.
Specialty Portable X-Ray can sometimes get better images with our
portable equipment, than can be achieved at the hospital. Our equipment
is extremely flexible and versatile to allow exams on even the most
difficult patients.
- My parent/relative is often confused and sometimes uncooperative. How would you deal with this situation?
This is an extremely common situation for our technologists.
Everyday our staff successfully completes all exams, regardless of the
patient's dementia, alzheimer's and psychological issues. As well as
physical limitations.
Our equipment and cassettes (x-ray plates) are extremely fast. The
patient does not necessarily have to stay still for the entire exam. In
fact most radiographs are obtained using less than ½ second exposure
time.
- Are portable X-Rays safe?
Yes. The radiation used to acquire a portable X-Ray, is extremely low,
due to the film speed combination we utilize.
The skin dose to the patient is usually the same as a hospital
radiograph and in some cases, less. If your doctor has ordered a
portable exam, it is because they feel the information gained from the
radiograph far outweighs the minimal exposure to X-Rays.
- When will my doctor get the results of my X-Ray/ultrasound exam?
Today. Your doctor will positively get your results, the same day
we perform the exam. Even on Saturday and Sunday. In addition, any
urgent reports are called directly to your doctor's office. If needed
we will page your doctor or contact them through their service. Your
urgent results will not be delayed.
- Can I, a private individual request a portable X-Ray or ultrasound exam?
No. All X-Rays or ultrasound exams must be ordered by your physician. All results are sent/called directly to your physician.
Have your doctor call us if you feel your loved one could use our service.
- I have special circumstances. Can you make arrangements for me? Such as...
Arrive within a 4 hour time frame?.... yes
Call me before you arrive?.... yes
Call my parent/relative before you arrive?... yes
Wait for my aid to arrive?... yes
Can you come around and use the back door?... yes
Can you take the X-Ray with me sitting up in a chair?... Usually.
Can you take the X-Ray with me lying down?... yes, always.
We understand that caring for your loved one is a difficult and all
consuming task. We, at Specialty Portable X-Ray would like to help you.
Not add to your already difficult situation.
- What types of exams can Specialty Portable X-Ray provide in my home?
Specialty Portable X-Ray provides radiographs for all body parts. Most
commonly, chest X-Rays to rule out pneumonia/congestive heart
failure/pleural effusions/and other abnormalities.
All bones to rule out fracture/dislocation/osteomyelitis/lytic or
blastic lesions.
Ultrasound exams such as Doppler studies to rule out deep venous
thrombosis (blood clots), echocardiograms, general ultrasound of the
liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, thyroid and pelvis.
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