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How much will I pay for an MRI in Massachusetts?

On a high-deductible health plan this year? You are not alone! More and more employers are implementing these plans that put more of the responsibility to pay out-of-pocket for certain health care procedures onto the patient. As a health care... Continued

7 things you should know about an MRI (like there are certain people who shouldn't get them!)

An average of one in ten people need an MRI each year and if you are one of them, chances are that you’re a tad nervous. Hopefully knowing these 7 things about MRIs beforehand will help you have an easier and pleasant experience. Continued

Is it 40 or 50? Clearing up the Confusion about Mammography Age Recommendations.

Early detection remains the best way to improve survival rates of breast cancer. Millions of women know the importance of and participate in regularly scheduled screening mammograms, but there has been varied recommendations in the news around the... Continued

Spring runners: Beware increased mileage. MRI and Patellar Tendonitis.

With the start of spring, there's one thing New Englanders always look forward to: warmer weather. And if you’re a runner, that means the end of treadmill season! As the Boston Marathon approaches, many runners will be pushing themselves to hit the... Continued

3 Reasons to schedule your MRI now at Shields MRI

Many annual deductibles, flexible spending, health savings and overall insurance benefits renew at the end of December. If your doctor has recommended an MRI, don’t wait to schedule the appointment. Continued

Did you know a Pap Test does NOT detect ovarian cancer? Know the symptoms & signs for detection.

Ovarian cancer is a disease in which cancerous cells are found inside or near the ovaries. Early detection for ovarian cancer is very important, in fact, when ovarian cancer is diagnosed and treated in the earliest stages (stage I or II), the... Continued

Self-refer and self-pay for a breast MRI scan? Yes, you can... and right on Cape Cod.

The wave of the future in breast cancer screening is now available only on Cape Cod. Continued

Five questions you should ask BEFORE your MRI.

When you doctor tells you that you’ll need an MRI scan, you’ll likely have a few questions on your mind. However, are they the right ones? Shields MRI, the largest MRI network in New England, shares the five questions you SHOULD be asking when your... Continued

X-ray, MRI, PET, CT & PET/CT: A closer look at these common imaging techniques

X-rays, MRI, CT, PET & PET/CT are just some of the more familiar imaging technologies today used to see what’s happening inside of us. While these advanced imaging techniques are common today, there is often confusion about what the differences are... Continued

Stilettos a staple in your wardrobe? Even Barbie would think twice before wearing high heels.

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