MRI Mobile Systems: Questions To Answer

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MRI Mobile Systems Questions To Answer
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By Vikki Harmonay
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• Are you considering adding a Mobile MRI system to
  your facility? Before you talk to a Mobile MRI
  System provider, its wise to gather information
  about your needs before your conversation. Here
  is a list of information you will need to share
  with your vendor.
• Do you know which kind of Mobile MRI system
  youre looking for? The more information you can
  share, the better. (budget, wide bore, coil
  configuration, software features and brand)

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• How long will you need the Mobile MRI system?
  Most Mobile MRI systems are leased for three
  months or more. The cost of the lease is
  dependent upon the system you select and the
  length of time youll need it. The longer you
  rent a system, the lower the monthly fee. Be sure
  you have a price range for what you want to spend
  each month.
• How soon will you need the Mobile MRI system
  installed?

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• How familiar are your MRI technologists with the
  type of Mobile MRI system you want to use? Will
  they need to be trained? Do you need the vendor
  to staff the unit with ARRT-certified radiology
  technologists or patient assistants?
• Where will your Mobile MRI system be located?
  Keep in mind that most Mobile MRI units only have
  room for changing and a workspace for a second
  technologist. Youll need to provides a storage
  area for equipment like crash carts nearby, as
  well as a space for family waiting, a patient
  toilet and a wash station.

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• Do you have the proper space for a Mobile MRI
  unit? Is the location flat, or does it have an
  incline or decline? Will it be easy to deliver
  the unit? Is there easy access for patients and
  staff?
• What is the master plan at your facility? You
  dont want to establish a Mobile MRI system in an
  area where expansion is planned for the future.
• Will you need to build a concrete pad for the
  Mobile MRI system?

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• Are there proper phone and IT hookups available
  at the site? Its important to know if youll
  need a secondary hookup for other computers, or
  if you have the right attachments for the mobile
  unit to connect to PACS.
• Youll need to research your state and local
  health codes, required permits and regulations,
  including ACR and Joint Commission.
• What hours of operation will be available for
  your Mobile MRI unit?

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• Review the weather conditions at the site of your
  proposed Mobile MRI system. Will you need a
  canopy to protect patients from the elements
  during transport?
• Do you have an MRI-safe wheelchair and stretcher?
  All patient transport aides for Mobile MRI
  systems are usually smaller than standard
  transport aids, and must be non-ferrous.

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• Still Have Questions?
• Talk to the experts at Atlantis Worldwide. Weve
  been helping healthcare facilities with medical
  imaging equipment and solutions for 30 years. We
  can answer any questions you might have and guide
  you to the right resources to fit your needs.
• Contact Us Today!

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• Free MRI Resources

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