Going through something the first time is usually when it causes the most concern, worry and anxiousness, particularly as it applies to breast cancer screening. Although a mammogram can not prevent cancer, it can help to diagnose cancer when it is treatable. In today’s post, we share some information that will hopefully put you at ease about having your first mammogram. How do you prepare for a screening mammogram? Here are a couple of things that we recommend that you do ahead of time to make sure your mammogram at Capitol Imaging Services goes smoothly: If it is common for your breasts to b ..read more

Prostate Cancer Awareness September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men and is a leading cause of death in men, second only to lung cancer. Staying informed with the latest news on prevention and screening is an important step in reducing your risk of developing prostate cancer. And, should a diagnosis occur, access to current, in-depth treatment information can help you find the best care. Prostate Cancer Awareness Month gives healthcare providers a platform from which to provide critical  information about prostate cancer ..read more

Why does a physician in Florida refer all of her patients to Capitol Imaging Services? Because, in her opinion, it is due to the excellent patient care and attention from our associates to people she sends to one of our network affiliates for their imaging exam. How excellent and personal? Florida-based Homosassa Open MRI had a person arrive in front of the center at noon. The person was struggling to get out of his vehicle. One of our technologists, Dorothy, spotted him and went outside to see if he needed assistance and learned he was here for a shoulder x-ray and had his arm in a sling. Ano ..read more

According to the website, www.valuepenguin.com, “high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) were created for consumers to have a health insurance option with lower premiums and high deductibles. These plans can be linked to health savings accounts (HSAs) to pay for qualified medical expenses in a tax-advantaged way.” As we have made our way through the first two decades of the 21st century, these types of insurance plans have become more prevalent as employers shift more healthcare cost burden to employees. Insurance plans with a high deductible usually mean lower premium payments for employees. How ..read more

Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare, aggressive cancer that requires a timely diagnosis, since the five-year survival rate is just 25-50 percent. Used in combination, PET and CT scans provide faster, more comprehensive detection of systemic spread for IBC patients.  IBC accounts for between 1-5 percent of all breast cancers in the United States, according to Radiology Today. But cancer in initially diagnosed IBC patients has already metastasized about 20 percent of the time, approximately doubling the percentage of other breast cancer patients.  Oftentimes, this is because i ..read more

An echocardiogram is an image created through a process called echocardiography. Echocardiography, or an ultrasound of the heart, is used to diagnose a variety of heart conditions, including valve problems, congestive heart failure, and to assess damage following a heart attack. How is an Echocardiogram Created? A painless and non-invasive ultrasound technique called Doppler ultrasound is used during the echocardiography study to evaluate the blood flow through a blood vessel. The ultrasound technician will apply a gel directly on your skin. They will then pass a small probe, called a transdu ..read more

Heart Disease Risk: Should You Have A Scan? The fear of having a heart attack can be overwhelming. Anxiety about heart disease and what causes it can be lowered by taking a proactive stance in your healthcare. Finding out your  coronary calcium score can help your doctor to determine the health of your heart.  How Prevalent Is Heart Disease? According to the American Heart Association, “Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease. The annual estimated cost of heart disease in the United States ..read more

How Much Does a PET/CT cost? A lot can go through your mind when your physician orders a PET/CT for you. Along with the normal anxiety associated with needing a medical imaging study, worrying about your out-of-pocket expense is a reasonable concern. In today’s post, we will be discussing the factors involved in answering the question, “how much does a PET/CT cost?” But, first, let’s understand what a PET/CT is and why it is used. What is a PET/CT? A PET/CT is the combination of PET (Positron Emission Tomography) and CT (Computed Tomography) scans. A PET scan creates images of your body’s ..read more

Capitol Imaging Services proudly houses the only true open MRI in Jackson, Mississippi. But what makes a true open MRI…open? In today’s post, we’ll discuss the benefits of open MRI versus those of a traditional MRI– as well as why patients prefer open MRI by Capitol Imaging Services. Independent imaging centers, like Capitol Imaging Services (CIS), on average feature lower-priced procedures that use the same high quality technology that yield the same, if not better results as a hospital radiology scan. Plus, you will receive a greater focus on providing exemplary customer service. In today ..read more

You Choose Where to have Your MRI Many patients think when the doctor says, “you need an MRI”, they have to use a hospital’s imaging department. That is simply not true. The patient always has the right to choose where he or she goes for their imaging, or any medical service for that matter. In choosing where to go, you may ask yourself “how much does an MRI cost? And where should I go?” Independent imaging centers, like Capitol Imaging Services (CIS), on average feature lower-priced procedures that use the same high quality technology that yield the same, if not better results as a hospital ..read more