X-Ray

What an X-ray Can Help Detect

X-rays help diagnose and monitor a wide range of conditions, including:

Bone fractures, dislocations, and joint injuries

Signs of arthritis, bone tumors, or osteoporosis

Pneumonia, lung nodules, and chest infections

Heart size and fluid around the heart or lungs

Swallowed foreign objects and bowel obstruction

Dental issues, sinus problems, and airway abnormalities

Proper placement of implants, hardware, or medical devices

Timeline – 8 Steps

How to Prepare for
Your X-ray

Most X-rays require little to no preparation. Here are some general guidelines you may expect.

Step 1

Arrive early

On the day of your exam, arrive 15–30 minutes early to complete paperwork and change into a gown.

Step 2

Use your OneImaging Card

At check-in, use your OneImaging Digital Payment Card to pay for your appointment — your OneImaging card will cover the full cost of your exam.

Do not present your insurance card.
Learn how to use your card here.

Step 3

Dress comfortably

Wear loose-fitting clothes without metal near the area being imaged. You may be asked to change into a gown.

Step 4

Remove metal

Leave jewelry, watches, hearing aids, removable piercings, and hair pins at home or in a secure locker.

Step 5

Important health information

If you are pregnant or could be, tell the technologist before your exam.