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Samaritan Diagnostic Imaging ServicesWhether you’ve broken a bone in a skiing accident, are experiencing heart complications or are an expectant mother, imaging plays a vital role in the care you receive. Both the quality of the imaging performed and the expertise of the professionals operating the equipment and evaluating the results are extremely important. Samaritan Health Services offers high-quality imaging services at each of our five hospitals: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center (GSMRC); Samaritan Albany General Hospital (SAGH); Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital (SLCH); Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital (SNLH); and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital (SPCH). This means convenience for you. If we can’t provide a service at one hospital, we can at another. Our network provides a comprehensive array of imaging services, which include many of the highly specialized technologies found in university settings. Below is a breakdown of the services available at each of our sites. Simply click on the service you are interested in to learn more about it. Your comfort and safetyAll of our services are performed with modern, well-maintained equipment, which we regularly update to increase comfort and decrease exam lengths. All of our radiologists and staff participate in ongoing training to ensure we are caring for you with as much accuracy and expertise as possible. If there is anything we can do before, during or after your procedure to increase your comfort, don’t hesitate to let us know. Your resultsAll of our imaging departments utilize a Picture Archiving Computer System (PACS), which allows our staff to view, store and manipulate images digitally. For you, this means fast, accurate results. Often, your images will be available for viewing by your physicians within minutes. PACS allows us to transfer images quickly between facilities to ensure that difficult diagnosis can be made by appropriate specialists. Our StaffAll of our radiologists are highly trained, board-certified specialists. All of our radiologic technologists are registered with the American Registry of Radiology Technologists and licensed by the state of Oregon. Our staff is absolutely committed to providing you with the most excellent care and service possible. Insurance and billingBe sure to check with your insurance provider to find out which imaging procedures your plan covers. Depending on your provider and the procedure, you may need to allow time for payment pre-authorization. Please bring a current insurance card to every appointment and be prepared to submit any co-payment during your visit. If you have billing or insurance questions, please call (800) 567-2132. For payment arrangements or information on financial assistance, call (800) 640-5339. For more information about patient billing and financial services, click here. Appointment cancellationIf you need to cancel an appointment, please contact the imaging department at your hospital at least 24 hours in advance. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Samaritan Albany General Hospital Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital AngiographyMagnetic resonance angiography uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to create images of blood vessels throughout the body. It combines the use of strong magnets and radio waves to form an image that can be viewed on a video screen. To learn more, click here. Available at: Bone Density Test (Dexascan)To detect osteoporosis accurately, doctors use an enhanced form of x-ray technology called dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA or DEXA). DEXA bone densitometry is today's established gold standard for measuring bone mineral density (BMD). DEXA is a quick, painless procedure for measuring bone loss. Measurement of the lower spine and hips are most often done. To learn more, click here. Available at: Cardiac CathYou may have had angina, dizziness, or other symptoms of heart trouble. To help diagnose your problem, your doctor may suggest having a cardiac catheterization. This common procedure is sometimes also used to treat a heart problem. To learn more, click here. Available at: Cardiac ScoringCoronary artery calcium scoring (CACS) is one of the most advanced methods available to detect heart disease in its earliest stages. Calcification in the coronary arteries is one of the earliest indicators of heart disease. CACS uses non-invasive, high-speed computerized tomography (CT) to scan your heart and detect calcium deposits along the walls of the arteries. Taking into account other factors such as age and family history, your doctor uses the results to measure your potential for heart disease or a heart attack. No contrast injection is required and the procedure can be completed in as little as 10 minutes. Available at: CAT ScanComputed tomography (CT), often called CAT scan, is a test that combines x-rays and computer scans. The result is a detailed picture that can show problems with soft tissues (such as the lining of your sinuses), organs (such as your kidneys or lungs), and bones. To learn more, click here. Available at: Echo CardiographyAn echocardiogram or “echo” is a test that uses ultrasound to create a moving picture of the heart. This “window to the heart” enables doctors to study your heart’s functional and structural performance. The non-invasive procedure can be used to determine the presence of abnormalities in the structure of your heart. To learn more, click here. Available at: General RadiologyDiagnostic radiography, or x-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Diagnostic images, or radiographs, of the human body are produced using x-rays. These images can be viewed on film or digitally on a computer screen. Radiographs are used in wide variety of settings within the hospital, most frequently to assess broken bones or spine injuries and abnormalities of the lungs such as pneumonia and lung cancer. Diagnostic radiographs are also used to guide the surgeon in surgical cases. To learn more, click here. Available at: Digital MammographyDigital mammography is different from conventional mammography in how the image of the breast is viewed and, more importantly, manipulated. The radiologist can magnify the images, increase or decrease the contrast and invert the black and white values while reading the images. These features allow the radiologist to evaluate microcalcifications and focus on areas of concern. To supplement this technology, Samaritan has incorporated digital Computer-Aided Detection (CAD). Digital CAD highlights characteristics commonly associated with breast cancer. When activated, it flags abnormalities to help the radiologist detect early breast cancer. CAD is, in essence, a second set of eyes to support and enhance the radiologist's judgment. Digital mammography feels identical to conventional screening from a patient’s perspective, though women may notice shorter exam times and a reduction in callbacks to obtain additional images. Available at: MRIMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that lets your doctor see detailed pictures of the inside of your body. MRI combines the use of strong magnets and radio waves to form an MRI image. To learn more, click here. Available at: Nuclear MedicineA nuclear medicine scan uses a special camera to create pictures of your organs (such as your heart, lungs, liver, and gallbladder) and bones. This test uses a small amount of radioactive material and a special camera. Generally, radiation to the patient is similar to that resulting from standard x-ray examinations. To learn more, click here. Available at: Open MRIOpen MRI, which provides physicians with clear pictures from inside a patient's body by using radiomagnetic waves and computerized photographic techniques, is a desirable option for many people. Pediatric patients, large patients and those with claustrophobia often are uncomfortable or unable to undergo a conventional or "closed" MRI procedure. To learn more, click here. Available at: PETPositron emission tomography (PET) is a diagnostic test. It can be used to examine organs such as the heart and brain. It can also look at body tissues such as lymph nodes. Rather than showing the structure of a body part, PET images show the chemical function of an organ or tissue. PET can show changes in how an organ or tissue works. This can help your healthcare provider diagnose problems and develop a treatment plan for you. To learn more, click here. Available at: UltrasoundUltrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, is a method of obtaining images from inside the human body through the use of high-frequency sound waves. The reflected sound wave echoes are recorded and displayed as a real-time visual image. Ultrasound is a useful way of examining many of the body's internal organs, including but not limited to the heart, liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, kidneys and bladder. Because ultrasound images are captured in real time, they can show movement of internal tissues and organs and enable physicians to see blood flow and heart valve functions. This can help to diagnose a variety of heart conditions and to assess damage after a heart attack or other illness. Ultrasound remains the procedure of choice for expectant mothers. For more information, click here. Available at: Virtual ColonographyCT colonography is an advanced type of x-ray exam that uses computed tomography (CT or "CAT") scanning to obtain an interior view of the colon (the large intestine) that can ordinarily only be seen with an endoscope inserted into the rectum. This new minimally invasive test provides three-dimensional images that can depict many polyps and other lesions as clearly as when they are directly seen by optical colonoscopy. The procedure requires no sedation and patient recovery time is minimal. To learn more, click here. Available at: |
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