Why do I need an appointment for an ultrasound and not an X-ray?
Ultrasounds require appointments because they often need preparation, take longer and involve real time assessment by a trained sonographer and sometimes a radiologist. X-rays don’t usually require preparation and are quicker, which allows for walk in availability. Both X-rays and ultrasounds are performed by highly trained imaging professionals who focus on accuracy, safety and patient care.
Here are more insights about the preparation, procedure and scans to further explain the booking differences.
You deserve the care you give everyone else
Women care for everyone in our lives. But who is caring for you? Our women’s medical imaging services support early detection, and proactive health checks, caring for you when you need it.
Cardiac Awareness
Anyone can have heart disease. Many heart diseases can be treated and managed effectively. But for treatment to work, you need a diagnosis.
Are knee and shoulder scans covered by Medicare?
The good news is that Medicare rebates have nothing to do with your health fund or the practice you choose to attend. In most cases, the rebate or out of pocket charge comes down to the clinical indication that’s written (or ticked) on your referral by your GP or specialist. Let’s look at how this […]
Why are some MRIs Bulk Billed and Others Not?
If you’ve ever wondered why some MRI scans are bulk billed while others aren’t, you’re not alone. Many Australians find this confusing, especially when one person’s scan is completely covered by Medicare but someone else must pay something out of pocket. The answer lies in how the Australian Government funds MRI services through Medicare, and it all comes down to eligibility, regulation and fairness in service access.
Understanding osteoarthritis and joint pain relief
Arthritis is a common reason people visit their doctor, especially as we age. Arthritis describes a group of over 100 conditions that affects joints causing pain and stiffness. Each type of arthritis can affect you and your joints differently. Osteoarthritis in one of the most common forms of arthritis.
Lung Cancer Awareness
Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer for both men and women in Australia.
Why do you need a referral for an x-ray or scan?
If you’ve ever wondered why you need to see your GP or specialist before getting an x-ray, scan or imaging-guided procedure, you’re not alone. It can feel like an extra step, but referrals are a legal requirement in Australia under the Radiation Safety Regulation 2021, Schedule 6. These rules exist to protect you and to make sure you receive the most appropriate, accurate and effective care.
Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer diagnosed in women across Australia, with more than 20,000 new cases each year.
Our Pledge for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, we are proud to share that throughout October, Imaging Queensland will donate $5 for every diagnostic mammogram performed at our Rockhampton QTV clinic to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF).