What to Expect at Your First Visit to AMI

Your doctor ordered an imaging exam and you chose Advanced Medical Imaging (AMI) in Seminole, FL. Great choice. Here is exactly what to expect from start to finish so you feel confident and prepared.

Before You Arrive

When You Schedule Our team will: - Verify your insurance benefits and check if pre-authorization is needed - Provide preparation instructions specific to your exam (fasting, hydration, medication adjustments) - Answer any questions about the process - Offer same-day or next-day appointments when available

What to Bring - Photo ID (driver license or state ID) - Insurance card (front and back) - Doctor referral or prescription for the imaging exam - List of current medications - Prior imaging CDs or reports (if done at another facility) - Copay or payment (if applicable)

Arrival and Check-In

Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for paperwork. AMI is located at 9555 Seminole Blvd, Suite 101, Seminole, FL 33772 — with convenient parking right outside the door.

At the front desk, you will: 1. Present your ID and insurance card 2. Complete or verify your patient information form 3. Review and sign consent forms 4. Confirm any allergies, implants, or medical conditions relevant to your exam

Our front desk staff is friendly and will walk you through every step.

Meeting Your Technologist

A registered, certified technologist will: - Introduce themselves and explain the exam - Review your medical history and the reason for the exam - Ask about allergies, implants, pacemakers, or pregnancy (depending on the exam) - Answer any questions you have - Help you change into a gown if needed (for MRI, mammography, and some CT exams)

During Your Exam

The experience varies by exam type:

MRI (20-45 minutes) - You lie on a padded table that slides into the scanner - The machine makes loud knocking sounds (headphones or earplugs are provided) - You must stay still during the scan - Our Open MRI option is available if you have claustrophobia concerns - Learn more about MRI at AMI

CT Scan (5-15 minutes) - One of the fastest imaging exams - You lie on a table that moves through a donut-shaped scanner - You may be asked to hold your breath briefly - If contrast is used, you will feel a warm flush for a few seconds - Learn more about CT at AMI

3D Mammogram (10-15 minutes) - A certified mammography technologist positions you at the machine - Each breast is briefly compressed for a few seconds while images are taken - The compression is brief and necessary for clear images - Learn more about mammography at AMI

Ultrasound (20-30 minutes) - Warm gel is applied to the area being examined - A probe (transducer) is moved across your skin - Completely painless and radiation-free - Learn more about ultrasound at AMI

X-Ray (5-10 minutes) - The fastest imaging exam - You may stand, sit, or lie down depending on the area being imaged - Protective shielding covers areas not being examined - Learn more about X-ray at AMI

DEXA Scan (10-15 minutes) - You lie on an open table (no tunnel or enclosed space) - A small arm passes over your body measuring bone density - Completely painless with minimal radiation - Learn more about DEXA at AMI

After Your Exam

Once the scan is complete: - You can change back into your regular clothes - If contrast was used, drink extra water for the rest of the day - There are no restrictions on driving, eating, or returning to work (unless sedation was used) - Results are sent to your doctor within 24 to 48 hours

Getting Your Results

Our board-certified radiologists review every image carefully and produce a detailed report. The report is sent directly to your ordering physician, who will discuss the findings with you.

If you need a copy of your images or report: - We can provide a CD of your images - Reports can be sent to additional physicians at your request - Ask our front desk for details

Why Patients Love AMI

Patients choose Advanced Medical Imaging for: - A warm, welcoming environment - Short wait times and efficient appointments - Knowledgeable, caring staff - The latest imaging technology - Affordable pricing and transparent billing - Fast turnaround on results

Ready to Schedule?

Call (727) 398-5999 or schedule online. We look forward to taking care of you.

Sources: - RadiologyInfo.org — What to Expect - ACR — Choosing an Imaging Facility