When a sudden injury affects your bones, joints, or muscles, seeking immediate care is crucial. You might wonder if an urgent care visit can include advanced imaging like an MRI scan to quickly diagnose your condition. At OrthoIndy Urgent Care, we specialize in orthopedic injuries and understand your need for efficient and accurate diagnosis. Let’s explore what you can expect regarding MRI scans and other imaging options during your urgent care visit.
At OrthoIndy Urgent Care, expert orthopedic providers assess injuries and determine if advanced imaging like MRI is necessary for diagnosis.
Imaging Capabilities at OrthoIndy Urgent Care: Beyond X-Rays
OrthoIndy Urgent Care clinics are equipped to handle a wide range of orthopedic emergencies. While plain X-rays are the primary imaging tool used on-site to quickly visualize bone fractures and dislocations, we understand that some conditions require a more detailed look. For soft tissue injuries, ligament or tendon tears, or more complex bone issues, advanced imaging like MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or CT (Computed Tomography) scans might be necessary.
X-Rays On-Site: Each OrthoIndy Urgent Care location has the capability to perform plain X-rays during your visit, including on Sundays at select locations. This allows for immediate assessment of many common orthopedic injuries right when you need it.
MRI and CT Scans: Scheduled Efficiently: While MRI and CT scans are typically not performed on the same day as your urgent care visit, OrthoIndy makes every effort to streamline the process. Our team will work to schedule your MRI or CT scan appointment as quickly as possible, often before you even leave the urgent care clinic.
Scheduling Assistance: Due to insurance authorizations and facility availability, immediate scheduling isn’t always possible. If we cannot schedule your advanced imaging during your visit, our dedicated scheduling team will promptly contact you to arrange the appointment, ensuring minimal delay in your diagnostic process.
Why Choose OrthoIndy Urgent Care for Your Orthopedic Needs?
OrthoIndy Urgent Care stands out from general urgent care centers because of our specialization. We focus exclusively on bone, joint, and muscle problems. This specialization means:
- Expert Orthopedic Providers: Our healthcare professionals are specifically trained in orthopedics, providing focused and highly knowledgeable care for your musculoskeletal injury.
- Comprehensive On-Site Resources: Beyond immediate assessments, we offer a wide selection of braces, splints, and other necessary devices to support your injury and recovery, readily available at the time of your visit.
- Faster and More Affordable than the ER: Emergency rooms, while vital for life-threatening conditions, are often not the most efficient or cost-effective place for orthopedic injuries. OrthoIndy Urgent Care offers significantly shorter wait times and lower costs compared to an emergency room visit for similar orthopedic issues. ER visits can take 4-6 hours and cost upwards of $1200-$1500, while Urgent Care visits are typically under 1-2 hours and cost a few hundred dollars.
For Severe Injuries: In cases of open fractures or severe trauma, OrthoIndy Trauma services are available at St.Vincent Level I Trauma Center, ensuring access to the highest level of care when needed.
Who is Welcome at OrthoIndy Urgent Care?
OrthoIndy Urgent Care clinics treat patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric, for recent injuries. We focus on the evaluation of new injuries. For chronic issues or pediatric developmental orthopedic concerns, it is best to schedule an appointment with one of our specialized orthopedic physicians.
Addressing Recent Back Pain
Recent back pain, often resulting from lifting or sudden movements, is a common reason people seek urgent care. OrthoIndy Urgent Care can assess these types of acute back pain, typically caused by muscle strains. While most minor back pain resolves on its own, we can evaluate your condition and recommend appropriate care. For chronic back pain lasting months or years, consulting with our spine specialists is recommended.
Minimizing Wait Times
Injuries are unpredictable, and so are urgent care wait times. At OrthoIndy Urgent Care, we strive to provide efficient care to minimize your wait while addressing your orthopedic needs thoroughly. Our busiest times are typically right after lunch and at the end of school and workdays.
Schedule Your Orthopedic Care
Your well-being is our priority. For recent injuries requiring immediate orthopedic attention, walk into any OrthoIndy Urgent Care location for expert care. For scheduled appointments with our orthopedic specialists or for physical therapy, please use the links below or call us.
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