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 What we do
The Department of Diagnostic Imaging performs general radiography (x-ray), Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Digital Mammography, Stereotactic Core Breast Biopsy, Bone Density, CT and MRI. We have two imaging areas on our hospital campus: one is in the main hospital and the other is in the Professional Building.
Highly qualified and specialized radiologists interpret your imaging studies. The majority of your imaging reports are available to your physician within 24 hours of the completion of your imaging exam. Because all of our imaging is digital, your referring physician also has the capability to view your imaging studies at his or her office on a computer.
NOTE: When making an appointment for imaging exams, please note where the secretary tells you to go for your services as the location for many of our imaging exams has moved to the main hospital. If you have any questions about your appointment, please call 734-593-5500.
X-ray/Imaging Procedures at the Main Hospital:
- Upon entering the hospital campus, follow the signs to the Main Entrance and once inside the building, you will turn to your right and follow the signs to Diagnostic Imaging Registration.
- CT, Fluoroscopy exams, Arthrograms, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, and X-ray procedures are performed at the main hospital. Many of these exams require an appointment by calling 734-593-5500.
- The hours for outpatient plain general X-ray exams at the main hospital are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, 8:30 am to 3 pm. Emergency exams are performed as needed and your physician will give you specific instructions for those procedures.
- For all imaging procedures, if your physician has given you a requisition, it is important to bring it with you as well as your insurance cards.
X-ray/Imaging Procedures at the Professional Building:
- Upon entering the hospital campus, follow the signs to the Professional Building; X-ray/Imaging is located on the first floor.
- Bone density exams are performed at the Professional Building and require an appointment by calling 734-593-5500.
- Patients requiring plain general imaging X-rays such as spine/back/scoliosis x-rays, extremity x-rays, chest x-rays, etc., are encouraged to go to the Professional Building during business hours. The hours for outpatient plain X-ray exams at the Professional Building are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- For all imaging procedures, if your physician has given you a requisition, it is important to bring it with you as well as your insurance cards.
MRI Procedures
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MRI exams are performed in Diagnostic Imaging at the main hospital on our Siemens 3 tesla open bore magnet. The opening of our MRI unit is larger than other units and easier for patients who are claustrophobic or have a fear of being in tight spaces.
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All MRI exams require an appointment by calling 734-593-5500.
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For all MRI exams, if your physician has given you a requisition, it is important to bring it with you as well as your insurance cards.
All Digital Mammography
When it comes to your health care, you expect the best - and that includes important tests like your annual mammogram.
Until recently, all mammography services were the same. But technology has changed that, and Chelsea Community Hospital is offering the most advanced mammogram available.
Within seconds of getting your mammogram, the technologist will see the image on a high-resolution computer monitor. The image can be adjusted, brightened, and enlarged with the touch of a button - and it can be easily sent electronically to a radiologist and viewed by your physician without losing any detail.
No waiting for film to develop, no copying and transferring of bulky films with potential loss of clarity, and less chance of needing a re-take.
Appointment/Contact Information
Call for Appointments: 734-593-5500
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