Imaging Healthcare Specialists (IHS) performs the full range of diagnostic imaging tests. The imaging “modality” (MRI, CT, ultrasound, etc.) is determined by your doctor, or by your doctor in consultation with one of our radiologists, and based on that test’s ability to provide the information and images needed to help us accurately diagnose your condition.
The following is a list of the diagnostic tests offered at Imaging Healthcare Specialists and interpreted by our radiology team. Click on any diagnostic radiology test to learn more about it and how it works, as well as preparation instructions to follow in advance of your test.
We service physicians and patients in the greater San Diego area including Vista, Oceanside, Encinitas, Poway, La Jolla, Chula Vista and San Diego.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Diagnostic Imaging
Where are Imaging Healthcare Specialists’ diagnostic imaging services available?
Imaging Healthcare Specialists offers diagnostic imaging services throughout the greater San Diego area, with multiple outpatient imaging centers serving surrounding communities in Southern California.
What types of diagnostic imaging exams are offered?
A full range of diagnostic imaging services is available, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray, PET/CT, nuclear medicine, DEXA bone densitometry, fluoroscopy, and mammography.
Who determines which imaging exam I need?
Your referring provider determines the appropriate imaging exam.
Do I need a doctor’s order before scheduling an imaging exam?
Yes. Most diagnostic imaging exams require an order from your healthcare provider prior to scheduling except for screening mammograms, screening CT cardiac calcium scoring and CT low dose lung cancer screening.