Instructions and Information for Procedures / Tests
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Procedure Name: Bonedensitometry/Dexa Scan
Department Responsible for performing Procedure:
Women's Diagnostic Center
Department Contact Information:
(770) 909-2049
For scheduling: (770) 991-8144
Where to Report:
Please enter through the Women's Life Center and take the elevator to the Terract Level. Plan to arrive at least 45 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment.
What to Bring:
- Physician Order
- Any forms from your physician relating to this visit
- Your insurance / Medicaid / Medicare card
- Driver's License / Photo Identification
- A list of all of your allergies
- Please check with your insurance carrier for any authorization requirements.
- Any films or reports from relevant studies not performed at Southern Regional.
Patient Instructions:
- No x-rays with contrast or nuclear medicine studies within 1 week prior to your appointment.
- No calcium the day of your appointment.
- Wear comfortable clothing without buttons, snaps or zippers the day of your appointment.
Procedure Information:
This test is performed to diagnose osteoporosis and will take approximately 30 minutes
Additional Information:
None Currently Available