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X-ray, ultrasound, mammography, and other diagnostic imaging at clinics and independent health facilities across Canada.
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Getting an X-Ray or Ultrasound in Canada
Diagnostic imaging centres — also called radiology clinics or independent health facilities — perform the X-rays, ultrasounds, mammograms, and bone density scans your doctor orders. Unlike hospital radiology departments, community imaging clinics usually offer shorter waits and evening availability, and the images are read by the same licensed radiologists.
How Imaging Referrals Work
- Get a requisition: Imaging requires a requisition from a physician or nurse practitioner. A walk-in clinic can issue one if you don't have a family doctor.
- Choose any location: In most provinces you can take your requisition to any licensed imaging clinic — not just the one your doctor suggests. Choosing one near you often means an earlier slot.
- Book ahead for ultrasound: X-rays are usually walk-in, but ultrasounds (including pregnancy ultrasounds) are by appointment and some require preparation such as a full bladder or fasting.
- Results go to your provider: The radiologist's report is sent to the doctor who ordered the test, typically within a few days — sooner for urgent findings.
What's Covered
Medically necessary X-rays, ultrasounds, and mammograms ordered by a provider are covered by provincial health insurance in every province. Elective services like 3D keepsake pregnancy ultrasounds are private-pay. Use CanClinics to find an imaging clinic near you, or a walk-in clinic that can issue the requisition you need.