Finding an affordable MRI or CT facility online can feel like the hard part—until the facility asks for a provider order.
At that point, patients often have a simple question: Can an order from an online or telehealth provider actually be used at an imaging center?
The answer depends on the facility.
Diagnostic Orders Direct provides virtual provider reviews for MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray, EKG, and other diagnostic requests. If a licensed provider determines that the requested study is medically appropriate, an order may be issued. Patients can then present the order to an imaging facility of their choice, subject to that facility's acceptance policies.
Understanding this distinction before scheduling can save time and prevent unnecessary surprises.
