PHYSICIAN REFERRAL POLICIES

We appreciate your business in using DFW MRI as your diagnostic imaging resource.

Below are our guidelines for referring patients.

DFW MRI requires a written order for all scans to be completed on a patient’s behalf. We DO NOT accept private health insurance patients and do not have any cash prices other than what we globally bill for our other Letter of protection clients.

If you would like to send over a request for a patient, please send it to fax@dfwopenmri.com or fax it to 214-320-1400.

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Everything You Need to Refer with Confidence

From final report delivery to scanning protocols, here's how DFW MRI supports your workflow and your patients.

Web-Based EMR Delivery via Rapid Results

Reports are delivered through our secure web-based EMR system. Your team gets portal access, real-time go results, and instant updates the moment a study is complete — no delays, no phone tag.

24–48 Hr Turnaround
Real-Time Updates
Secure Portal
1

Marketing Rep Setup

Ask your DFW MRI marketing representative to configure your portal access — setup is quick and tailored to your practice.

2

Patient Study Completed

Your patient arrives, imaging is performed, and the radiologist begins their read immediately after the scan.

3

Receive Your Report

Reports are generally available within 24–48 hours of study completion, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Contraindicated Conditions

Patients with the following implants or devices may not be eligible for MRI scanning.

Certain cerebral aneurysm clips
Parkinson's implant stimulator (in the brain)
Cardiac pacemakers
Certain cochlear implants
TENS units
Certain cardiac valves

A Note on Pregnant Patients

Pregnant patients may be scanned after consulting with the referring physician and a radiologist. Each case is reviewed individually to weigh clinical necessity against any potential considerations.

Please flag pregnant patients at the time of scheduling so we can arrange the appropriate consultation before the appointment.

If you have questions about a specific patient's implant or device, please contact us before scheduling. Our team can review safety documentation on request.

Metallic Foreign Body Exclusions

A Waters' View X-ray is required before MRI for any patient who has experienced a metallic foreign body injury to the eye — regardless of when the injury occurred.

History of metallic foreign body injury to the eye
Waters' View X-ray required prior to MRI scan
Radiologist reviews acceptability before imaging proceeds
Call to Discuss a Patient

Faxing a Patient Record for Review

If a patient's acceptability for scanning is in question, fax their record for radiologist review. Our team will respond promptly with a determination.

Fax Records To
214-320-1402

When to Flag Before Scheduling

Please notify our team at the time of scheduling if a patient has any ocular injury history. This allows us to coordinate the Waters' View X-ray in advance and avoid delays on the day of the appointment.