City Wide Radiology offers 3T MRI scans in Brooklyn to help your doctor evaluate internal organs, joints and soft tissues. A 3T scanner uses a powerful magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images without ionizing radiation.
Have an MRI referral or questions about scheduling? Call our team at 718-236-6800 to discuss your examination, insurance and self-pay options.
A 3T MRI is a magnetic resonance imaging scan performed using a three-tesla magnet. Tesla is the unit used to measure magnetic field strength. Compared with a 1.5T scanner, a 3T scanner has twice the magnetic field strength, which can support detailed imaging for certain examinations. The appropriate scanner depends on the examination, your medical history and any implanted devices.
MRI can help doctors examine the brain, spine, joints and other internal structures. Depending on the area being scanned, it may help assess injuries, inflammation or other changes in tissues. Your referring clinician identifies the area to examine and the question the scan needs to answer.
Before your scan, the imaging team will review your safety information and explain the examination. Tell the team about any implanted devices, previous surgery, metal fragments or concerns about enclosed spaces.
During the scan, you will lie on a table that moves into the scanner. You will need to remain still while the images are taken. MRI scanners make loud tapping or knocking sounds, so hearing protection is provided. You will be able to communicate with the technologist throughout the examination.
Some scans require an injected contrast agent to help show particular tissues more clearly. Whether contrast is needed depends on the examination. After the scan, a radiologist reviews the images and prepares a report for the referring clinician.
The cost of your MRI depends on the examination, whether contrast is required and your insurance benefits. Contact City Wide Radiology to discuss coverage and current self-pay pricing before scheduling.
You can review our accepted insurance plans and ask our team whether your examination requires prior authorization. For self-pay appointments, request a quote that explains whether contrast and the radiologist’s interpretation are included.
No. “3T” describes magnetic field strength, while open MRI describes the scanner’s design. A 3T scanner is not necessarily an open scanner. If enclosed spaces concern you, contact our team before booking to discuss the available equipment and your examination requirements.
A 3T scanner can offer advantages for certain examinations, but it is not the best choice for every patient or scan. The choice depends on the clinical question, examination protocol and safety requirements, including any implanted devices.
The time depends on the body area, the images required and whether contrast is used. Ask our scheduling team how long to allow for your specific examination, including check-in and preparation.
Not every MRI requires contrast. Your referring clinician and radiology team determine whether it is needed for your examination. Tell the team about kidney problems, pregnancy or a previous reaction to MRI contrast.
This depends on the exact implant and its MRI safety conditions. A device suitable for one scanner may not be suitable for another. Provide the implant’s details before scheduling so the imaging team can check its compatibility.
Contact City Wide Radiology about current self-pay options. Ask for pricing for your specific examination and confirm what the quote includes before booking.
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