Imaging Services
Call 606.849.5150The Diagnostic Imaging Department of Fleming County Hospital, commonly referred to as x-ray, is one of the primary ancillary service areas in the hospital. The principle function of this department is to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of a patient's disease through the use of:
- Computed tomography
- Fluoroscopy
- Magnetic resonance
- Mammography
- Radiography
- Radioisotopes
- Ultrasonography
and other procedures.
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What to Bring
We combine the latest technologies with our team of caring healthcare professionals to provide our customers with the highest quality of diagnostic testing.
When you prepare to come to the Diagnostic Imaging department, make sure you bring your physician orders and your insurance card with you. When you arrive at Fleming County Hospital, proceed directly to the outpatient registration desk to complete your paperwork. For more information on Fleming County Hospital Diagnostic Imaging services, please call (606) 849-5151.
Diagnostic Radiology
We offer all general radiology procedures, including general x-rays and fluoroscopy.
Ultrasound
Fleming County Hospital offers a complete spectrum of diagnostic ultrasound procedures including: gynecological, breast, prostate, cardiac and vascular (veins and arteries of the legs, arms, neck and abdomen) procedures.
Low-Dose Lung CT Screening
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, killing more people than colon,
breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers combined. Eighty-five percent of lung cancer cases occur in
current or former smokers. Fortunately, this disease is often treatable if caught early. Recent studies show that low-dose CT lung cancer screening can lower your risk of dying from lung cancer.
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Nuclear Medicine
Our Nuclear Medicine Department offers a complete spectrum of nuclear medicine studies to include:
- Bones
- Brain
- Cardiac
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Liver
- Spleen
The exam room features "visual therapy", music and décor to create a soothing and healing atmosphere.
64 Slice CT Scan
Fleming County Hospital offers the latest technology for these services through the use of a new 16-slice full body imaging. This allows for better quality imaging with shorter scan times for our patients.
3D Mammography
Fleming County Hospital offers 3D digital mammography, certified by the FDA through the Mammography Quality Standards Act and accredited by the American College of Radiology. 3D digital mammography gives physicians a clearer view of structures inside the breast, making diagnosis of breast cancers possible even at their earliest stages.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
A state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system is available onsite in our Radiology Department. The MRI provides exceptionally clear images of the human body and has many beneficial uses for patients, especially those with orthopedic or neurologic problems. In addition, all MRI images at FCH are read and interpreted by board-certified radiologists associated with the hospital.