Mid-Texas MRI, 811 Central Drive, Odessa, TX 79761
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About us

Licensed
Diagnostic MRI Services

Most of our patients are in and out of our offices in less than 35 minutes and in most cases, we send the results to the doctor within 24-hours of the exam! Our radiologists are board-certified and our highly skilled technicians are certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and have decades of experience treating patients.

  • BOARD CERTIFIED RADIOLOGISTS
  • ARRT CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS
  • MRI RESULTS WITHIN 24 HOURS

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The Better Deal For Better Health

Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • Park right in front. Paperwork will be ready, and you're normally in and out in 35 minutes.
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Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • Single fee for entire process / no add-ons
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Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • Low overhead means lower prices. Get the same quality scan for a fraction of what hospitals charge.
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Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • We accept all major insurance plans. No insurance, no problem. Choose self-pay, and pay less!
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Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • No more waiting for results, either. We usually deliver MRI results to your doctor next day.
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Same Day Appointment

Come in today or at your earliest convenience. Don't wait weeks for an appointment!

  • Book your appointment with confidence. Our radiologists and techs are trained, certified experts
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What to Expect

During the Exam

  • You will lie on a cushioned table and often an imaging device called a “coil” will be placed around the area of the body to be scanned.
  • Once you are comfortably positioned, the table will move into the magnet opening.
  • As images are acquired, you will hear sounds for a few minutes at a time. It is important to lie as still as possible during this part of the exam to help us capture clear images.
  • If necessary, physician-administered medication is available to help you relax, however, you will need a driver.
  • In some cases, you will need contrast material to further aid in detection or diagnosis of potential abnormalities. In this instance, an I.V. will be placed in your hand or arm. Once the contrast is injected, you will feel a warm, flushed sensation, and may experience a metallic taste in your mouth that lasts for about two minutes.
  • Depending on the type of exam, your MRI scan can take anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes.

Patient Information

Questions

1.What is MRI and how does it work?

MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). MRI is a test that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to make pictures of organs and structures inside the body. In many cases, MRI gives us different information about structures in the body than can be seen with an X-ray, ultrasound, or computed tomography (CT) scan. MRI also may show problems that cannot be seen with other imaging methods.

2.What do I need to prepare for an MRI?

On the day of the exam please eat normally and take all regular medications unless otherwise directed by your physician. When you arrive you will be asked to review your registration paperwork filled out by our staff. In order to complete your registration we must make a copy of your picture ID as well as your insurance card. The Millenium MRI facility has storage lockers so you will have a place to store personal belongings during the exam.

3.What can I expect regarding the MRI procedure?

Upon completion of the registration process, a certified MRI technican will ask you to remove all metallic items. The technican will assist you onto the scanning table. You will lie on your back, relaxed, with your head on a pillow and the patient table will then slide very smoothly into position. You can expect the exam to last 30-45 minutes. After the exam, the techinican will lead you back to the dressing room where you can unlock your personal belongings. Results of the scan are provided to your doctor within 24 hours.

4.I need to schedule an MRI...What do I need to do?

The first step to scheduling a MRI with us is contacting your doctor, nurse practioner, or chiropractor and asking for a MRI referral. We must have a referral from either a doctor, chiropractor, or nurse practioner to legally preform your scan. After you have either called your physician or had a doctor visit, and they approve the MRI, their office will fax our office a referral. From there we will contact you to schedule your appointment. We can schedule you the very same day we receive the order!

1.What is a pre-authorization? How do you know if I need one?

Some private insurances require their policyholders to get a pre-authorization code prior to his/her MRI. It is all dependent on your personal plan with your insurance. We can check if one is needed; but the pre-authorization code must be acquired from your referring physician's office prior to your scan. Your physician's office checks to see if you are required to have one. No action is necessary on your part.

2.If I want to do self-pay, and use a credit card, which ones can you accept?

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) except American Express. We are sorry for any inconvenience.