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What is better a mammogram or an ultrasound?

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Mammograms and Ultrasounds are very different and show different kinds of tissue patterns.  Mammograms can show nodules, calcifications, skin thickening and tissue distortions.  Ultrasounds show visible nodular densities, ductal dilatation and cysts in the breast.  Many times it is important to have both studies done because of these differences.  A test result can be mammogram negative and still show a possible cancer in the ultrasound exam and vise versa.

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Why do I have to fill out all these forms?

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Your response helps our radiologists better understand your particular situation.  The information forms help us locate you and your insurance company.  Our web site, will allow you to fill in your information in the comfort of your home or office and once you arrive, you will only be asked to fill out forms for your particular study.

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How many exams can I have in one visit?

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We understand how important your time is.  Our staff will accommodate you with all the exams you need to have in one visit.

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Do the mammogram or bone density tests hurt?

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Your exams will not hurt.  Our state of the art mammogram is designed to be as comfortable as possible.  Both exams are painless.

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How much radiation will I be exposed to?

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The equipment we chose to purchase has the lowest radiation exposure on the market today.  Radiation from a bone density test is as much as a plane flight to Los Angeles.  Our digital mammogram emits the lowest radiation of any other manufacturer of digital mammograms.

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Do you accept orders from other facilities? 

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Yes.  We honor all physician orders for other facilities.

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Do you take walk-ins?

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Yes, we understand that many times our patients take one day off to see their doctors.  We will make every effort to fit you into our schedule.

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What form of payment do you accept?

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We take cash, checks and credit cards.  Our Trihelix system allows you to schedule monthly payments on your credit card.

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Do insurance companies cover Digital Mammograms?

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Yes, digital mammograms have become the gold standard because of the resolution.  All insurance companies cover digital mammograms.

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How soon should my doctor expect results?

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If prior mammograms are available your doctor should have the results within 24-48 hours of your exam.  Bone densities may take 3-5 business days.