Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Our back pain patients will need a recent MRI as part of their evaluation and assessment prior to treatment. You can use your local MRI however we recommend and use Metrowest MRI for our patients needing an MRI as part of our medical assessment.

MetroWest MRI is very close to our office and convenient for our patients. As a courtesy to our patients:

Special Rates: We have special out of pocket rates for our patients at Metrowest MRI;

Scheduling: The staff at MetroWest MRI are always very accommodating to our patients. This is especially important to our many out of state patients who come to see us and have tight schedules; and,

Same Day Reporting: MetroWest MRI radiologists can get your MRI report to us on the same day of your MRI.

(Note: We are not affiliated with Metrowest MRI in any way.)

Why we recommend Metrowest MRI to our patients:

Since 1997, MetroWest MRI has set the standard for high quality service, supportive patient care and advanced imaging technology. They are accredited by The American College of Radiology and their technologists are certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. As an Alliance HealthCare Radiology business, Metrowest MRI is backed by the largest provider of outpatient diagnostic imaging services in the U.S.

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The open design of the Mtrowest MRI scanners comfortably accommodates a variety of patients. The large opening of wide-bore MRI and open MRI scanners can help improve the comfort of children, patients with mild anxiety or claustrophobia, large patients and patients with shoulder injury.

Doctors use MRI to find diseases or abnormalities in the body without using X-rays. MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the body. MRI is non-invasive and painless. Most MRI scans require fewer than sixty minutes to complete.

During an MRI scan, you lie on a cushioned table that moves into the scanner. An injected contrast agent may be used. MRI contrast agents rarely cause allergic reactions.

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Insurance Coverage

MetroWest MRI accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, ODS and a range of additional insurance companies. They also accept personal injury and workers’ compensation patients.

We have a special out of pocket rate for our patients who have their MRI at MetroWest MRI.

Patient Instructions

Arrive fifteen minutes early to complete paperwork. Inform your referring physician if you have ever experienced claustrophobia. If necessary, your doctor can prescribe a mild sedative before your appointment. If you receive medication, bring someone to drive you home.

Contact MetroWest MRI to find out if you have any restrictions on what you can eat and drink before your appointment.

Take your regular medications prior to your exam.

Bring your insurance information, as well as any applicable diagnostic films.

Leave valuables at home. No metal objects can be worn during your scan (such as watches, jewelry, keys, or cell phone).

You may be asked to wear a hospital gown or your own clothing if there are no metal snaps or zippers.

Notify MetroWest MRI staff in advance if you:

Once your scan is complete, you may resume normal activities and diet. If you had a contrast injection, the technologist will give you additional instructions in case of discomfort or delayed reaction.

Have implanted devices

Have any serious health problems

Have had any surgery within the last eight weeks

Have ever had surgery on your brain, ears, eyes, or heart

Have metal in your eyes, or work with metals

Have a bone or joint replacement or any prosthesis

Are or may be pregnant or breastfeeding

Weigh more than 350 pounds

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MRI Hours of Operation

6:30 am to 9:30 pm, Mon – Fri

8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sat – Sun

MRI Hours of Operation

761 Worcester Road (Rt. 9 West)
Framingham, MA 01701

MRI Phone: (508) 872-7674

MRI Fax: (508) 620-7123

MRI E-mail: MetroWest@allianceradiology-us.com

(508) 231-5700

(508) 231-5700

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Why we recommend Metrowest MRI to our patients:

Patient Care and Service

Board-Certified Radiologists

State-of-the-Art Technology

Convenience

Things to Know About MRI

MORE MRI INFORMATION

Insurance Coverage

Patient Instructions

Notify MetroWest MRI staff in advance if you:

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