X-Ray
X-ray imaging helps diagnose fractures and many medical conditions in all age groups
X-ray is a fast and painless test for adults and kids using invisible energy beams to provide images of body parts.
Types of MRIs
MRI uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves instead of x-rays to produce detailed pictures of the human body. As the radio waves pass through the body, images are created on a computer screen for radiologists to analyze.
Depending on the type of imaging and the area being scanned, we will recommend a specific MRI machine for your unique procedure.
1.5T is ideal for scanning abdomens and chests, and has high accuracy for patients with certain implants.
3.0T imaging creates clear images of small bones and the breast, musculoskeletal, neurological, and vascular systems.
Breast MRI is performed as a supplementary screening procedure alongside mammography.
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Types of Mammography
Screening mammography
Helps identify early detection of breast cancer, prior to symptoms — the point at which treatment is the most effective.
If there is cancer present, early detection can be life-saving. With 3D Digital Mammography, it is possible to detect small abnormalities much sooner than with traditional 2D scans. The smaller a tumor is when it's detected, the less likely the cancer cells will be able to spread to other parts of the body.
Diagnostic mammography
Helps investigate unusual symptoms or scan abnormalities.
If a patient has experienced symptoms such as discharge, tenderness, skin changes, or a lump, or a screening mammogram results in any abnormal findings, diagnostic mammography may be used as a follow-up. Diagnostic scans may be combined with other imaging methods for the greatest accuracy and precision. Your radiologist will help determine the best type of imaging to evaluate the area in question.
Eligibility
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Breast Biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove tissue or cells from the breast area for examination under a microscope. This procedure can help to determine if cancer or other abnormal cells are present.
AMI offers an advanced localization procedure prior to surgery, radio frequency identification technology (RFID). The RFID technology uses wireless radio waves to transfer data and identify objects by “tagging” breast lesions for surgical removal.
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review your images while a pathologist examines the biopsy. You will receive a personalized call within 72 hours of your procedure. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
Breast MRI
A breast MRI is a painless, highly accurate diagnostic test that uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the breast. Breast MRI does not use radiation, but uses a dye called Gadolinium, which is absorbed by breast tissue. The speed at which breast tissue absorbs the dye allows radiologists to find breast cancer. Highly sensitive breast MRIs are recommended by experts in the following situations:
Screening Exam
- women at high risk for breast cancer
- women with dense breast tissue
- women with a history of breast cancer
- assessing breast implants
Diagnostic Exam
- determining extent of cancer after a new diagnosis of breast cancer – surgical planning
- further evaluating hard-to-assess abnormalities seen on mammography
- assessing the effectiveness of certain types of chemotherapy before surgery
For more information on Breast MRI, click here
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review your images. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
Breast Ultrasound
Breast Ultrasound
Ultrasound uses sound waves to obtain a detailed picture of the soft tissue of the breast. It is a safe and painless procedure. It is often used in conjunction with a diagnostic mammogram to assist the radiologist in diagnosing breast cancer. A breast ultrasound can determine whether a mass or lump is fluid-filled or solid. It can guide breast biopsies or cyst aspirations.
Automated Breast Ultrasound Screening
Screening breast ultrasound called Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS), is an annual test using ultrasound of both breasts, often in conjunction with screening mammography, to better evaluate dense breast tissue. Check with your healthcare provider to learn about your breast density and to see if you are a candidate for screening automated whole-breast ultrasound.
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review your images. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
SCHEDULING
Call 406-414-5201 to request one of these services.
Screening Breast MRI: Prior authorization from your insurance is required.
Automated Breast Ultrasound Screening: Insurance coverage may be available, deductible would apply. If you select to pay out-of-pocket, the exam cost is $560.
What can I expect?
For Adults:
AMI offers state-of-the-art digital technology with a fully automated X-ray system.
X-ray shields are no longer needed during exams. More than 50 years of research has shown that levels of radiation used in X-ray machines are so low that the risk of harm is very small or even zero. Modern X-ray machines like the one AMI uses have built-in sensors that automatically determine how much radiation is needed to take a good picture.
For Kids:
Walk into our inviting AMI Cottonwood forest room and listen to the sounds of birds chirping. We will do everything to make a child comfortable while we take X-ray images of the body part being examined. Smart robotics adjust the equipment for perfect exams for children since the dose is calculated to be as low as reasonably achievable. This means we can provide the highest level of safety for even the youngest family members.
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review the image the same day it is performed. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
Scheduling
X-ray is offered at AMI Cottonwood Clinic. I Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
What can I expect?
For Adults:
AMI offers state-of-the-art digital technology with a fully automated X-ray system.
X-ray shields are no longer needed during exams. More than 50 years of research has shown that levels of radiation used in X-ray machines are so low that the risk of harm is very small or even zero. Modern X-ray machines like the one AMI uses have built-in sensors that automatically determine how much radiation is needed to take a good picture.
For Kids:
Walk into our inviting AMI Cottonwood forest room and listen to the sounds of birds chirping. We will do everything to make a child comfortable while we take X-ray images of the body part being examined. Smart robotics adjust the equipment for perfect exams for children since the dose is calculated to be as low as reasonably achievable. This means we can provide the highest level of safety for even the youngest family members.
Scheduling
X-ray is offered at AMI Cottonwood Clinic. I Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
X-ray is offered at AMI Cottonwood Clinic. I Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
What can I expect?
For Adults:
AMI offers state-of-the-art digital technology with a fully automated X-ray system.
X-ray shields are no longer needed during exams. More than 50 years of research has shown that levels of radiation used in X-ray machines are so low that the risk of harm is very small or even zero. Modern X-ray machines like the one AMI uses have built-in sensors that automatically determine how much radiation is needed to take a good picture.
For Kids:
Walk into our inviting AMI Cottonwood forest room and listen to the sounds of birds chirping. We will do everything to make a child comfortable while we take X-ray images of the body part being examined. Smart robotics adjust the equipment for perfect exams for children since the dose is calculated to be as low as reasonably achievable. This means we can provide the highest level of safety for even the youngest family members.
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review the image the same day it is performed. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
Scheduling
X-ray is offered at AMI Cottonwood Clinic. I Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
Scheduling
X-ray is offered at:
AMI Cottonwood Clinic
Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
What can I expect?
For Adults:
AMI offers state-of-the-art digital technology with a fully automated X-ray system.
X-ray shields are no longer needed during exams. More than 50 years of research has shown that levels of radiation used in X-ray machines are so low that the risk of harm is very small or even zero. Modern X-ray machines like the one AMI uses have built-in sensors that automatically determine how much radiation is needed to take a good picture.
For Kids:
Walk into our inviting AMI Cottonwood forest room and listen to the sounds of birds chirping. We will do everything to make a child comfortable while we take X-ray images of the body part being examined. Smart robotics adjust the equipment for perfect exams for children since the dose is calculated to be as low as reasonably achievable. This means we can provide the highest level of safety for even the youngest family members.
RESULTS
Our radiologists will review the image the same day it is performed. The results will be sent to your referring healthcare provider and are available to you via the Bozeman Health “MyChart” portal. If you don’t have a MyChart account and would like one click here.
Scheduling
X-ray is offered at AMI Cottonwood Clinic. I Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
X-ray is offered at:
AMI Cottonwood Clinic
Same day appointments are always available. Call 406-414-5201 to schedule an appointment.
What to expect: during
Our technician will take you to our private X-ray room. Depending on the type of X-ray, you may either be asked to stand, or to lie down on a comfortable table. The position for your scan will be gentle and comfortable, and we always work with your individual mobility and comfort level.
- The X-ray machine utilizes a sleek robotic arm that moves above you at a comfortable distance.
- For chest scans, you will stand a few feet away from the machine.
- It is important to remain still, and you may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds.
- The scan itself is short, lasting just a few minutes.
What to expect: after
X-rays are painless, with no lasting discomfort or effects. If you received contrast, it will either be naturally absorbed by your body, or eliminated when you use the toilet. Once the scan is complete, our radiologist reviews and interprets the images.
- The results and report from your scan will be sent to your referring provider, who will interpret the findings and create a personalized plan of action for your care.
- The results from the X-ray could be available to you that same day or a little later.
Free and low-cost screenings
Mammograms save lives. We want to ensure these critical screenings are accessible and affordable to everyone, regardless of personal insurance coverage or income. The Bozeman Health Mammogram Project and Montana Cancer Screening Program help cover the cost of annual screenings for women who are uninsured or underinsured. Please visit their websites to learn more and apply.
Who Should Get Screened?
AMI follows the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force screening recommendations* for current or former smokers who are between the age of 50 to 80 years old, most Medicare plans cover ages 50-77, with a smoking history of at least 20 “pack years” and currently smoke or have quit in the last 15 years.
Lung cancer screening is a commitment—it is not a single scan but rather a monitoring program to catch any signs of lung cancer early, at its most treatable stage. Some people will have abnormal findings on their CT scans and others will need a once-a-year CT checkup. We are here to partner with you for whatever your personal needs may be.
FAQs
Our goal is to provide the best care and support — and the answers you need to make decisions with confidence.
X-rays are a type of radiation, which does carry risk, but the amount of radiation you are exposed to during a scan is very small — the equivalent of between a few days and a few years of exposure to natural radiation from your everyday environment. We are all exposed to varying amounts of background radiation constantly. A chest X-ray, for example, is the equivalent of a few days’ worth of background radiation, with less than a 1 in 1,000,000 risk of causing cancer. X-rays can be lifesaving, with the benefits exponentially outweighing the risks.
X-rays are a type of radiation that passes through the body and is absorbed at different rates by different materials, such as muscle, ligaments, or bone. It is more difficult for X-rays to pass through dense areas such as bone, which show up as clear white areas on an image. Softer body parts, such as the lungs and heart, show up as darker parts of an image because X-rays pass through them more easily.
X-rays are used to diagnose many different illnesses and injuries, especially broken bones, soft tissue tears, sprains, and strains, blocked bowels, lung issues such as pneumonia, heart conditions, and foreign objects.
Still have questions?
Contact us anytime. We would be happy to discuss any questions you might have.
406.414.5200
Still have questions?
Contact us anytime. We would be happy to discuss any questions you might have.
406.414.5200
