Getting a simple referral for an MRI or CT scan can turn into a maze of phone calls, waiting rooms, and unanswered questions, especially for patients who are uninsured, underinsured, or paying out of pocket. 

Imaging Orders Direct is a telehealth platform that lets patients request a diagnostic imaging order online instead of waiting weeks for a primary care appointment. A licensed provider reviews each request over a virtual consultation and issues an order when it is medically appropriate. 

This article looks at four ways Imaging Orders Direct makes the path to a diagnostic scan faster, simpler, and more transparent.