Our Services
To ensure each patient is properly cared for, we provide cutting edge imaging technology so each patient can be accurately diagnosed, so they can receive the medical care that they deserve.
Computed Tomography (CT)
Using a small amount of radiation, a special x-ray machine, and high-tech computers, CT scans take multiple images of internal organs, soft tissue, and other body parts. The CT images have greater detail and clarity than a regular x-ray. CT exams are used in diagnosing and evaluating different cancers and diseases.
The CT machine is a large, circular scanner with a hole in the middle. A moveable table is situated in the middle of the hole which allows the patient to have the precise body part scanned. The x-ray tube and electronic x-ray detectors are located in the ring that is around the patient. The ring moves around the body part being examined and takes multiple pictures in a spiral motion. These thin-sliced images appear on a computer screen that is located outside the scanning room. The CT exam is quick and painless.
The images are then read by our radiologist and a report is sent to your doctor in a timely manner.
CT FAQ’s
Why do I need to drink contrast?
The oral contrast fills the colon for better visualization on the images.
Why do I need the IV contrast?
The IV contrast enhances all of the vascular structures on the images (i.e. liver, pancreas, kidneys). It will also characterize potential pathology.
Could I have a reaction to the IV contrast?
Yes, but the chances are minimal. It has the same risk for reaction as any medication does, which is why we use contrast screening forms—to flag possible patients who are at risk for having a reaction to the contrast.
Why is a head CT done most frequently without IV?
Most pathology can be detected in the brain without IV contrast. If there is suspicion, contrast may be given or an MRI might be suggested for further evaluation.
How long is this exam going to take?
Depending on the anatomy being scanned, a CT can take from 5 minutes to 20 minutes.
Is it ok that I take medication(s) the morning of the exam?
Yes. Any type of medication is fine to take the morning of your exam. If you take a certain kind of diabetic medication, you may be asked to withhold for 48 hours after the exam.
What is this test going to show?
A CT scan is a good way to image and evaluate bones, internal organs, the brain and vascular structures within the neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis.
CT Prep
CT Head without contrast – 70450
No preparation is required.
CT Head with and without contrast – 70470
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Orbits without contrast – 70480
No preparation is required.
CT Orbits with contrast – 70481
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Orbits with and without contrast – 70482
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Sinus without contrast – 70486
No preparation is required.
CT Sinus with contrast – 70487
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Sinus with and without contrast – 70488
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT TMJ without contrast – 70486
No preparation is required.
CT Neck without contrast – 70490
No preparation is required.
CT Neck with and without contrast – 70492
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Chest without contrast – 71250
No preparation is required.
CT Chest with contrast – 71260
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Chest with and without contrast – 71270
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Abdomen without contrast – 74150
You may not eat anything or drink 6 hours prior to scan. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Abdomen with contrast – 74160
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Abdomen with and without contrast – 74170
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Abdomen and Pelvis without contrast – 74176
You may not eat anything or drink 6 hours prior to scan. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Abdomen and Pelvis with contrast – 74177
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please drink 1 bottle of Redi-Cat oral contrast 2 hours prior to your exam. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink an additional 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Abdomen and Pelvis with and without contrast – 74178
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please drink 1 bottle of Redi-Cat oral contrast 2 hours prior to your exam. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink an additional 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Pelvis without contrast – 72192
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please drink 1 bottle of Redi-Cat oral contrast 2 hours prior to your exam. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink an additional 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Pelvis with contrast – 72193
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please drink 1 bottle of Redi-Cat oral contrast 2 hours prior to your exam. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink an additional 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Pelvis with and without contrast – 72194
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please drink 1 bottle of Redi-Cat oral contrast 2 hours prior to your exam. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink an additional 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT CAP (Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis) without contrast – 71250CAP
No preparation is required.
CT CAP (Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis) with contrast – 71260CAP
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT CAP (Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis) with and without contrast – 71270CAP
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only). Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment to drink 1 cup of Redi-Cat oral contrast.
CT Urogram with and without contrast – 74178
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Spine without contrast – 72125; 72128; 721231
No preparation is required.
CT Spine with contrast – 72126; 72129; 72132
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Spine with and without contrast – 72127; 72130; 72133
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Upper Extremity without contrast – 73200
No preparation is required.
CT Upper Extremity with contrast – 73201
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Upper Extremity with and without contrast – 73202
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Lower Extremity without contrast – 73700
No preparation is required.
CT Lower Extremity with contrast – 73701
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
CT Lower Extremity with and without contrast – 73702
Please inform the scheduler and technologist if you have any allergies to iodine or shellfish. If you are 55 years of age or older, diabetic, or have/had renal disease, your doctor must order a lab test to be done no more than 30 days prior to the scan. You may not eat anything 6 hours prior to scan, but you must be well hydrated (water only).
Hemet, California
850 E. Latham Ave., Suite 101
Hemet, CA 92543
Toll Free Phone: 866-419-3372
Fax: 951-677-7839
Murrieta, California
25470 Medical Center Drive, Suite 101
Murrieta, CA 92562
Toll Free Phone: 866-419-3372
Fax: 951-677-7839
Sun City, California
26870 Cherry Hills Boulevard
Sun City, CA 92586
Toll Free Phone: 866-419-3372
Fax: 951-677-7839