Diagnostic radiology
Area of medical practice that uses imaging to diagnose illness or injury
Procedures:
Services:
An ultrasound scan of the head.
An ultrasound scan of the eye and the area around it (orbital contents).
An ultrasound scan of one or more areas of the neck.
An ultrasound scan of the abdomen, which may include the urinary tract.
An ultrasound scan of the urinary tract.
An ultrasound scan of the urinary tract. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of the scrotum.
A type of ultrasound scan performed during surgery (cross sectional echography).
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis.
An ultrasound scan of both breasts performed during surgery (guided breast intervention).
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of one breast.
An ultrasound scan of one breast performed during surgery (guided breast intervention).
An ultrasound scan of both breasts.
An ultrasound scan of the bladder.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through arteries or a grafted blood vessel (bypass graft). This is in one leg.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through arteries or a grafted blood vessel (bypass graft). This is in one leg.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through veins which are not working properly (chronic venous disease). This is in one leg.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through arteries or a grafted blood vessel (bypass graft). This is in one arm.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through veins. This is in one arm.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through blood vessels of the face and neck region (extra cranial, bilateral carotid, vertebral, subclavian, innominate).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through blood vessels of the abdominal and pelvic regions (intra abdominal, aorta and iliac arteries, inferior vena cava and iliac veins).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through blood vessels of the kidney, abdominal and pelvic regions (renal, visceral, aorta, inferior vena cava, iliac vessels).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through blood vessels of the head (intra cranial).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through blood vessels of the penis (cavernosal artery). This is to help diagnose problems with maintaining an erection (impotence).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through the penis (cavernosal tissue). This is to help diagnose certain conditions (priapism, fibrosis, fracture of the tunica, arteriovenous malformations).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through a connection created by surgery for dialysis access connection (arteriovenous fistula, arteriovenous access graft).
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through arteries or veins. This is performed before blood vessel (vascular) surgery.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look at and measure how blood moves through veins of the leg. This is performed before surgery to correct swollen, twisted veins (varicose veins).
An ultrasound scan of the prostate, base of bladder and lower urinary tract (urethra).
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient, at less than 12 weeks gestation.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient, between 12 and 16 weeks gestation.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient between 17 and 22 weeks gestation.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a patient with an early pregnancy. A scan to measure risk of chromosomal problems (nuchal translucency measurement) is performed at the same time.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient between 17 and 22 weeks gestation. Patient referred by a specialist.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient greater than 22 weeks gestation.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient after 22 weeks gestation. Patient referred by a specialist.
A procedure using ultrasound (duplex scanning) to look and measure how blood moves through the umbilical artery. This is performed after 24 weeks to check the size and health of a baby, including amniotic fluid volume.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis to look at the inside of the uterus (endometrial cavity). A previous ultrasound showed an abnormality in parts of the reproductive system (uterus or fallopian tube).
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient between 17 and 22 weeks gestation. Scan shows a multiple pregnancy.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient after 22 weeks gestation. Scan shows a multiple pregnancy.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient after 22 weeks gestation. Scan shows a multiple pregnancy. Patient referred by specialist.
An ultrasound scan of the chest or wall of the abdomen.
An ultrasound scan of the chest or wall of the abdomen. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan to look at one or more lumps on or just under the skin.
A type of ultrasound scan to look at the muscles and bones of the body (musculoskeletal cross sectional echography). This will be performed during a surgical procedure.
A type of ultrasound scan to look at the muscles and bones of the body (musculoskeletal cross sectional echography). This will be performed during a surgical procedure, including for diagnosis.
An ultrasound scan of the backbone (spine), spinal cord and the area covering them. The scan is on a child.
An ultrasound scan of a hand or wrist, or both. One arm only.
An ultrasound scan of the hands and/or wrists of both arms.
An ultrasound scan of a forearm or elbow, or both. One arm only.
An ultrasound scan of the forearms and/or elbows of both arms.
An ultrasound scan of a shoulder or upper arm, or both. One arm only.
An ultrasound scan of a shoulder or upper arm, or both. One arm only. Patient has not been referred by a medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of the shoulder and/or upper arm of both arms.
An ultrasound scan of the hip or groin, or both. One leg only.
An ultrasound scan of the hip or groin, or both. One leg only. The patient has not been referred by a medical doctor.
An ultrasound scan of the hip and/or groin of both legs.
An ultrasound scan to check for an unstable hip joint. One side only. The patient is a baby or child.
An ultrasound scan to check for an unstable hip joint. Both sides are scanned. The patient is a baby or child.
An ultrasound scan of the buttock or thigh, or both. One side only.
An ultrasound scan of the buttock or thigh, or both. One side only. The patient was not referred by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of one knee.
An ultrasound scan of one knee. The patient was not referred by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of both knees.
An ultrasound of a lower leg. One side only.
An ultrasound of an ankle or heel, or both. One side only.
An ultrasound of an ankle or heel, or both. One side only. The patient has not been referred by a medical doctor practitioner.
An ultrasound of the ankles and/or heels on both legs.
An ultrasound of the top arch (mid foot) and/or the front of the foot, including the toes. One foot only.
An ultrasound of the top arch (mid foot) and/or the front of the foot, including the toes. Both feet.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the brain. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the brain. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of a part of the skull (pituitary fossa). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) may be injected and a brain scan may also be taken.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the bones of the eye sockets (orbits). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) may be injected and a brain scan may also be taken.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the bones at the base of the skull (petrous bones). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) may be injected and a brain scan may also be taken.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of bones of the face and/or the air filled spaces inside the skull (para nasal sinuses). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) may be injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of bones of the face and/or the air filled spaces inside the skull (para nasal sinuses). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of bones of the face and/or the air filled spaces inside the skull (para nasal sinuses). A brain scan is also taken. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of bones of the face and/or the air filled spaces inside the skull (para nasal sinuses). A brain scan is also taken. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of neck structures, including the voice box (larynx), throat (pharynx), upper food pipe (oesophagus) and salivary glands. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of neck structures, including the voice box (larynx), throat (pharynx), upper food pipe (oesophagus) and salivary glands. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the upper spine (cervical region). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the middle spine (thoracic region). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the lower spine (lumbosacral region). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the lower spine (lumbosacral region). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of two areas of the spine. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of upper, middle and lower spine (cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the chest, including lungs, heart and other structures. May include the upper abdomen. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the chest, including lungs, heart and other structures. May include the upper abdomen. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the upper abdomen (diaphragm to iliac crest). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the upper abdomen (diaphragm to iliac crest). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the pelvis (iliac crest to pubic symphysis). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the pelvis (iliac crest to pubic symphysis). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the upper abdomen and pelvis. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the upper abdomen and pelvis. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the large intestine (colon). The person may have abnormal cells (colorectal neoplasia) or high risk of colon cancer.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the knee. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computer tomography) of one or both legs. Specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is used. Does not include scan of just the knee.
A CT scan (computer tomography) of one or both arms (upper limb). No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computer tomography) of arms (upper limb) and legs (lower limb) on one or both sides of the body. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. May include the neck. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. May include the neck. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the brain and chest. May include the upper abdomen. No specialised dye is used.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of the brain and chest. May include the upper abdomen. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A CT scan (computed tomography) performed during a surgical procedure.
A CT scan (computed tomography) of large arteries near the heart, neck, and head to rule out blockages and other problems. Scans are completed before and after a specialised dye is injected (intravenous contrast medium).
A CT scan (computed tomography) of large arteries to rule out blockages and other problems. Scans are completed before and after a specialised dye is injected (intravenous contrast medium).
A CT scan (computed tomography) of a large artery below the heart or blood vessels in the pelvis to rule out blockages and other problems. Scans are completed before and after a specialised dye is injected (intravenous contrast medium).
A CT scan (computed tomography) of blood vessels of the heart (coronary arteries).
A specialised type of CT scan of the mouth and the joint connecting the lower jawbone and skull (CBCT - temporomandibular joint).
An X ray of the hand, or wrist, or forearm, or elbow, or upper arm (humerus). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the hand, or wrist, or forearm, or elbow or upper arm (humerus).
An X ray of the hand and wrist, or hand, wrist and forearm, or forearm and elbow, or elbow and upper arm (humerus). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the hand and wrist, or hand, wrist and forearm, or forearm and elbow, or elbow and upper arm (humerus).
An X ray of the foot, or ankle, or lower leg or thigh bone (femur). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the foot, or ankle, or lower leg or thigh bone (femur).
An X ray of the knee. The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the knee.
An X ray of the foot and ankle, or ankle and lower leg, or lower leg and knee, or knee and thigh bone (femur). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the foot and ankle, or ankle and lower leg, or lower leg and knee, or knee and thigh bone (femur).
An X ray of the shoulder or shoulder blade (scapula). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the shoulder or shoulder blade (scapula).
An X ray of the collar bone (clavicle). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the collar bone (clavicle).
An X ray of the hip joint.
An X ray of the pelvis (pelvic girdle).
An X ray of the skull.
A medical imaging scan of the head (cephalometry).
An X ray of the air filled spaces in the skull (sinuses), the eye socket (orbit), upper jaw (maxilla) or the cheekbone (malar).
An X ray of the lower jaw (mandible).
An X ray of the nose.
An X ray of the eye area.
An X ray of the joints connecting the lower jawbone and skull (temporomandibular joints).
A specialised X ray (fluoroscopic screening) to look at the roof of the mouth and back of the throat (palatopharyngeal studies).
An X ray to look at the roof of the mouth and back of the throat (palatopharyngeal studies).
An X ray of the voice box (larynx), side view of the airways and soft tissues in the neck.
An X ray of the teeth, jaws or face (OPG, orthopantomography) to diagnose or manage trauma or other conditions of the teeth and mouth area (maxillofacial region).
An X ray of the teeth, jaws or face (OPG, orthopantomography) to diagnose or manage teeth problems or disease in the base of the teeth (periodontal or periapical pathology).
An X ray of the teeth, jaws or face (OPG, orthopantomography) to diagnose or manage missing or crowded teeth, or problems with how the teeth and jaws have developed.
An X ray of the teeth, jaws or face (OPG, orthopantomography) to diagnose or manage problems with the joint connecting the lower jawbone and skull (temporomandibular joint arthroses or dysfunction).
An X ray of the spine in the neck region (cervical).
An X ray of the middle of the spine (thoracic spine).
An X ray of the lower part of the spine (lumbosacral).
An X ray of the whole spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbosacral, sacrococcygeal).
An X ray of the base of the spine (sacrococcygeal).
Two consecutive X rays of two of the following regions of spine - cervical, thoracic, lumbosacral or sacrococcygeal.
Three consecutive X rays of three of the following regions of spine - cervical, thoracic, lumbosacral or sacrococcygeal.
An X ray to check bone development (bone age study).
A set of X rays to look at all the bones in the body (skeletal survey).
An X ray of the chest to look at the lungs. The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the chest to look at the lungs.
A specialised X ray (fluoroscopic screening) of the chest to look at the lungs.
An X ray of the left ribs, right ribs or breast bone (sternum).
An X ray of the left and right ribs, or the left ribs and breastbone (sternum), or right ribs and sternum.
An X ray of all ribs and breast bone (sternum).
An X ray of the kidneys (renal).
An X ray to look at the bladder (retrograde cystography) or the lower urinary tract (retrograde urethrography). A specialised dye is injected.
An X ray to look at the bladder and lower urinary tract during urination (retrograde micturating cysto urethrography). A specialised dye is injected.
An X ray of the abdomen.
A specialised X ray (barium or opaque meal) to look at one or more areas of the throat or upper digestive tract (pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, duodenum).
A specialised X ray (barium or opaque meal) to look at areas of the digestive tract (oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, colon).
A specialised X ray (opaque enema) to look at part of the large intestine.
A specialised X ray (cholegraphy, cholecystogram) to look at the gallbladder. A specialised dye is injected.
An X ray taken during a bowel movement (defaecogram).
An X ray to locate a foreign object in the body.
A type of X ray scan of the breasts (mammography) to check for cancer.
A type of 3D X ray scan of the breasts (tomosynthesis) to check for cancer.
A type of X ray scan of one breast (mammography) to check for cancer.
A type of 3D X ray scan of one breast (tomosynthesis) to check for cancer.
An X ray of one breast during a surgical procedure.
An X ray of the tear ducts in one eye (dacryocystography). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
An X ray of the uterus/womb and fallopian tubes (hysterosalpingography). A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
An X ray of the joints of the spine (arthrography), not including the facet joints. A specialised dye (intravenous contrast medium) is injected.
A type of X ray (digital subtraction angiography) to look at how blood flows through the blood vessels of one or both arms. Scan repeated between 7 and 9 times to collect information.
A type of X ray (digital subtraction angiography) to look at how blood flows through the blood vessels of one or both arms. Scan repeated 10 or more times to collect information.
A type of scan (digital subtraction angiography) to look at how blood flows through two blood vessels (selective arteriography, selective venography). The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
A specialised X ray to look at moving body structures, like an X ray movie (fluoroscopy).
A specialised X ray to look at moving body structures, like an X ray movie (fluoroscopy). Taken during surgery lasting less than one hour.
A specialised X ray to look at moving body structures, like an X ray movie (fluoroscopy). Taken during surgery lasting one hour or more.
A specialised X ray to look at moving body structures, like an X ray movie (fluoroscopy). Taken during surgery and in a specialised room (angiography suite).
An imaging test using radioactive dye (avid study) to check for damage to the heart muscle.
An imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the blood flow to the heart muscle while the heart is beating (gated cardiac blood pool study). Can include one or both of 2D (planar imaging) and 3D scans (single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
Imaging tests using radioactive tracers to look at blood flow (perfusion) and air flow (ventilation) in the lungs. Includes one or both of 2D or 3D scans (planar imaging, single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
An imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the system in the body that makes bile (hepatobiliary study). Can include a medicine to increase bile flow (cholagogue).
An imaging test using radioactive dye to look at and record the system in the body which makes bile (hepatobiliary study). Includes a medicine to increase bile flow (cholagogue).
An imaging test using radioactive tracer to look for fluid coming back up into the food pipe from the stomach (gastro oesophageal reflux study).
An imaging test using radioactive tracer to measure how quickly food or liquid leaves the stomach (gastric emptying study).
An imaging test using radioactive tracer to measure how quickly food and liquid leaves the stomach (gastric emptying study).
An imaging test using radioactive tracer to look at how the large intestine is working (radionuclide colonic transit study).
An imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the kidneys (renal study). This is to check the blood supply (perfusion) or to look at the outer part of the kidneys (cortical study).
An imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the kidneys (renal study). Includes giving a medicine before the test. A previous renal study has been performed.
An imaging test using radioactive tracer to look at blood flow in certain areas of the brain (cerebral perfusion study). Includes 2D and 3D scans (planar imaging, single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
A whole body imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the bones. May include looking at blood flow and the amount of blood in the heart during different parts of the heart beat (blood pool).
A whole body imaging test using radioactive dye to look at the bones. May include looking at blood flow and the amount of blood in the heart during different parts of the heart beat (blood pool). Includes 3D scans (single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at bones or joints. This may also involve looking at blood flow and the amount of blood in the heart during different parts of the heart beat (blood pool).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at bones or joints. This may also involve looking at blood flow and the amount of blood in the heart during different parts of the heart beat (blood pool). Includes 3D images (single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at the lymphatic system and locate lymph nodes (lymphoscintigraphy).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at a gland in the neck (thyroid).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at a gland in the neck (parathyroid gland). Includes both 2D and 3D scans (planar imaging, single photon emission computed tomography/SPECT).
An imaging test using a radioactive dye to look at the tear duct (tear duct study).
A CT scan done at the same time as a 3D scan using radioactive dye (single photon emission computed tomography) for a more accurate image of one body area.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to look at a lump inside the lung (solitary pulmonary nodule).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about cancer of breast. This is where the cancer has spread beyond the original tumour to lymph nodes but not other organs (stage III).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about cancer of the breast. This is to see if the cancer might have spread within the breast or to other organs (metastatic).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer). This is done to help plan treatment with radiation (radiotherapy) or surgery.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to check for cancer cells related to or spreading from cancer in the large intestine (colorectal carcinoma).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to check if skin cancer has returned or spread to other areas of the body (metastatic or recurrent malignant melanoma). This is after a person had treatment.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about cancer of the ovaries. This is to see if the cancer remains at the original site (residual), has spread to other organs (metastatic) or has returned in the original site (recurrent).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a cancer of the cervix (carcinoma of the uterine cervix). This is before the person has treatment.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a cancer of the cervix (carcinoma of the uterine cervix) which has returned.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a cancer of the oesophagus (oesophageal or GEJ carcinoma).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a newly diagnosed or returning cancer of the head and neck.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to look for possible remaining cancer cells in the head and neck. This is after the person had treatment.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to look for cancer cells which have spread (metastatic squamous cell carcinoma) from an unknown area into lymph nodes of the neck (cervical nodes).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a blood cancer (Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma). The person is newly diagnosed or has not been previously treated.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to measure response to treatment for a blood cancer (Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma).
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a blood cancer (Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma) which has returned.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn if the second type of drug treatment for blood cancer (Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma) has worked. This is for patients where a blood cell (haematopoietic stem cell) transfusion is being considered.
A whole body scan (FDG PET study) to learn more about a bone or soft tissue cancer (sarcoma).
A scan (MRI) to look for a tumour in the brain or the covering of the brain (meninges).
A scan (MRI) to look for inflammation of the brain or the covering of brain (meninges).
A scan (MRI) to look for a tumours in the base of the skull or eye socket (orbital).
A scan (MRI) of the brain to prepare for brain surgery (stereotactic neurosurgery).
A scan (MRI) of the head to look for a non cancerous growth on the nerve for balance or hearing (acoustic neuroma).
A scan (MRI) to look for a tumour in a gland at the base of the brain (pituitary gland).
A scan (MRI) to check how the brain is working after being affected by chemicals or toxins or not enough oxygen (ischaemic encephalopathy).
A scan (MRI) to look for damage to the outer layer of nerve cells in the brain (demyelinating disease).
A scan (MRI) to look at a birth defect (congenital malformation) in the brain or the covering of the brain (meninges).
A scan (MRI) to look at a blood clot in a large drainage area of the brain (venous sinus thrombosis).
A scan (MRI) following a head injury (trauma).
A scan (MRI) of the head to check for epilepsy.
A scan (MRI) of the head to check for stroke.
A scan (MRI) to look at a bulge in an artery within the brain (intra cranial aneurysm).
A scan (MRI) to look at abnormal connections between arteries and veins in the brain (intra cranial arteriovenous malformation).
Scans (MRI and magnetic resonance angiography) to look at blood vessels of the head and neck. This is to check for an interruption in blood flow to the brain (stroke).
A scan (MRI) of the head and neck (cervical spine). This is to look for tumours in the brain, spinal cord or their covering layer (meninges). May include scan of blood vessels (magnetic resonance angiography).
A scan (MRI) of the head and neck (cervical spine). This is to look for damage to the outer layer of nerve cells (demyelinating disease). May include scan of blood vessels (magnetic resonance angiography).
A scan (MRI) of the spine to look for infection. The scan covers one area or two connected areas.
A scan (MRI) of the spine to look for a tumour. The scan covers one area or two connected areas.
A scan (MRI) of the spine to look for damage to the outer layer of nerve cells in the spinal cord (demyelinating disease).
A scan (MRI) to look at abnormalities in the spinal cord, nerves at the end of the cord (cauda equina) or the covering of the cord (meninges), present from birth (congenital malformation).
A scan (MRI) to look at damage inside the spinal cord (myelopathy).
A scan (MRI) to look at a fluid filled growth in the spinal cord or brain (syrinx).
A scan (MRI) to look at nerve damage in the spine which is causing pain, numbness or weakness (cervical radiculopathy). The scan covers one area or two connected areas.
A scan (MRI) to look at a nerve which is causing pain in the back and/or legs (sciatica).
A scan (MRI) to look at narrowing of the spinal column where the spinal cord is located (spinal canal stenosis).
A scan (MRI) to look at areas of the spine which previously had surgery.
A scan (MRI) to look at spinal injury (trauma). The scan covers one area or two connected areas.
A scan (MRI) of the spine to look for infection. The scan covers three connected or two separate areas.
A scan (MRI) to look for a tumour in the spine. The scan covers three connected or two separate areas.
A scan (MRI) of the spine to look for damage to the outer layer of nerve cells in the spinal cord (demyelinating disease). The scan covers three connected or two separate areas.
A scan (MRI) to look at abnormalities in the spinal cord, nerves at the end of the cord (cauda equina) or the covering of the cord (meninges), present from birth (congenital malformation). Scan covers three connected or two separate areas of the spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at damage inside the spinal cord (myelopathy). Scan covers three connected or two separate areas of the spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at a fluid filled growth in the spinal cord or brain (syrinx). Scan to cover three connected or two separate areas of the spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at nerve damage in the spine which is causing pain, numbness or weakness (cervical radiculopathy). This scan covers three connected or two separate areas of spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at a nerve which is causing pain in the back and/or legs (sciatica). This scan covers three connected or two separate areas of spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at narrowing of the spinal column where the spinal cord is located (spinal canal stenosis). This scan covers three connected or two separate areas of spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at areas of the spine which previously had surgery. This scan covers three connected or two separate areas of spine.
A scan (MRI) to look at spinal injury (trauma). This scan covers three connected or two separate areas of spine.
A scan (MRI) to look for tumours in the upper spine (cervical) and group of nerves in the neck (brachial plexus).
A scan (MRI) to look at nerve damage in the upper spine which is causing pain, numbness or weakness (cervical radiculopathy).
A scan (MRI) to look for tumours in bone, muscles, cartilage, joints or related structures. Item does not cover tumours of the breast, prostate or rectum.
A scan (MRI) to look for infection in bone, muscles, cartilage, joints or related structures. Item does not cover infection in breast, prostate or rectum.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the hip.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the shoulder.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the knee.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the ankle, foot or both.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull on one or both sides (temporo mandibular joint).
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the wrist, hand or both.
A scan (MRI) to look for problems with the elbow.
A scan (MRI) to look for abnormalities of the heart or major blood vessels which have been present since birth (congenital).
A scan (MRI) to look at a tumour in the heart or in one of the main blood vessels.
A scan (MRI) to look at a blood vessel located in the chest (thoracic aorta).
A scan (MRI) of both breasts for detection of cancer. The person has a high risk of breast cancer.
A scan (MRI) of the pelvis to learn more about a cancer of the rectum.
A scan (MRI) of parts of the digestive system (pancreas and biliary tree) to look for possible disease.
A scan (MRI) of the head in a person under 16 years of age. The person may have unexplained seizures, unexplained headaches or a problem with the air filled spaces around the nasal cavity (para nasal sinus).
A scan (MRI) of the spine in a person under 16 years of age. This is after an X ray has looked for injury (trauma) or reasons for unexplained neck or back pain.
A scan (MRI) of the knee in a person under 16 years of age. The person may have internal joint problems (derangement).
A scan (MRI) of the wrist in a person under 16 years of age. The person may have a fracture of a bone in the wrist (scaphoid fracture).
A scan (MRI) of both breasts after a different imaging test showed unusual breast tissue. A special breast support (coil) is used during the scan.
A scan (MRI) of both breasts to help with cancer treatment planning. A special breast support (coil) is used during the scan.
A scan (MRI) of the prostate to because the person is thought to have prostate cancer.
A scan (MRI) of the prostate following a diagnosis of prostate cancer.
A scan (MRI) of the liver following a diagnosis of cancer in the large bowel. The cancer may have spread to the liver.
A scan (MRI) of the liver for diagnosis of cancer when it is suspected to be present. The person has a chronic liver disease and liver function which is described as moderately severe (Child Pugh class A and B).
A scan (MRI) of the head in a person aged 16 years or older. The person is having unexplained seizures or chronic headaches.
A scan (MRI) of the spine in a person aged 16 years or older. This is for suspected damage to nerves in the neck (cervical radiculopathy).
A scan (MRI) of the spine in a person aged 16 years or older. This is for a suspected neck injury (cervical spine trauma).
A scan (MRI) to look at a knee injury in a person aged between 16 to 49 years old. Symptoms suggest there may be damage to cartilage (meniscal tear) or a ligament (anterior cruciate ligament tear, ACL).
A scan (MRI) to look at inflammation caused by bowel disease (Crohn's disease).
A scan (MRI) to look for complications caused by bowel disease (fistulising perianal Crohn's disease).
A procedure using specialised ultrasound (CW Doppler or pulsed Doppler) to investigate if blood vessels in the arms and/or legs are working properly.
A test which measures the difference in blood pressure between the ankle and arm. This is to measure the severity of artery disease in the leg.
A test which measures the difference in blood pressure between the ankle and arm. This is to measure how well blood vessels in the lower part of the leg are working.
A procedure to measure pressure in the bladder (cystometrography) as well as using an X ray (cystourethrography) to check how well it is working.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This procedure is done to confirm low bone density after a broken bone or monitor someone already with low bone density.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is to diagnose and monitor bone loss caused by certain medications or medical conditions.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is to diagnose and monitor bone loss caused by certain medical conditions.
A procedure using specialised X ray or CT scans to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is for patients aged 70 years and older.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones at least 12 months after a major change in therapy.
A procedure using specialised X ray or CT scans to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is for patients aged 70 years and older with low bone density.
A test to check how well the kidneys are working (renal function test).
A follow-up appointment with a specialist at their rooms or in-hospital. The specialist may provide additional services which may have their own costs.
The first appointment with a specialist at their rooms.
A meeting with a GP or specialist and at least 3 other medical professionals and allied health providers. The meeting is to develop a treatment plan for a patient with cancer, The meeting is 10 minutes or longer.
A meeting with a GP or specialist and at least 4 medical professionals and allied health providers. The meeting is to develop a treatment plan for a person with cancer, and is 10 minutes or longer.
The first appointment with a specialist for a specific condition and/or course of treatment. The appointment is by telehealth and is longer than 5 minutes.
A follow up appointment with a specialist for a specific condition and/or course of treatment. The appointment is by telehealth and is longer than 5 minutes.
A follow up appointment with a specialist. The appointment is by telehealth and is for more than 5 minutes.
A procedure to insert a thin, flexible tube into a large vein (catheterisation).
Giving medicine by injection into the spine (intrathecal, epidural). Medical doctor present for up to 1 hour.
Giving medicine through an IV drip for pain relief or anaesthesia. Medical doctor present for 15 minutes or less.
Giving medicine through an IV drip for pain relief or anaesthesia. Medical doctor present for 15 minutes or more.
Injection of a medicine into the spine (intrathecal, epidural) to cause nerve damage on purpose, to try to stop feelings of pain.
Injection of a medicine into the spine (intrathecal, epidural) to stop the nerve from feeling pain.
Injection of anaesthetic into one of the main nerves that runs along the upper neck and back of head (greater occipital nerve).
An injection of anaesthetic into the group of nerves in the neck area (cervical plexus).
Injection of an anaesthetic into one or more nerves of the arm and hand (ulnar, radial, median).
Injection of an anaesthetic into the one or more nerves of the leg (saphenous, sural, popliteal, posterior tibial).
Injection of an anaesthetic into multiple nerves of the spine (paravertebral).
Injection of an anaesthetic into the main nerve that passes through the buttock and back of the thigh (sciatic).
Injection of an anaesthetic into one of the nerves of the middle (thoracic) to lower spine (lumbar).
A procedure to remove a device, which prevents pregnancy, from under the skin.
A procedure where the skin is cut to remove an object which doesn't belong (foreign body). The wound is closed afterwards.
A procedure to remove an object which doesn't belong (foreign body) from a muscle, tendon or other deep tissue.
A procedure to take a sample of lymph gland, muscle or other deep tissue from the body for testing (biopsy).
A procedure using a needle to take a sample of a bone from the spine (vertebra) for testing (needle biopsy).
A procedure using a needle through the skin to take a sample from an organ deep in the body for testing (percutaneous aspiration biopsy). Imaging is used to help identify where the needle must go.
A procedure to remove blood which has pooled outside the blood vessels (haematoma).
A procedure to cut and drain an area of blood (haematoma) or pus (furuncle or abscess). This procedure does not happen in a hospital.
A procedure to drain an area of pus (abscess) deep in the body, using a needle through the skin (percutaneous).
Surgery to remove fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis).
Surgery to remove a sample of the liver for testing (biopsy) using a long needle through the skin.
A procedure using a vacuum device to take a sample of tissue from a breast tumour for testing (biopsy). This is to look at the cells to see if they are cancerous.
A procedure where a fine needle is inserted into a breast lump to collect a sample of cells (aspiration).
A procedure using a device and imaging to find an area of abnormal breast tissue.
A procedure to take a sample from a growth (tumour) in breast tissue for testing (biopsy). This is to look at the cells to see if they are cancerous.
A procedure to adjust a band which was previously placed around top of the stomach (gastric band).
Surgery to insert a flexible tube (catheter) into a large vein. This is for delivering cancer medicine to a person aged 10 years or over.
A procedure to insert a flexible tube (catheter) through the skin into a large vein. This is for delivering cancer medicine to a person aged 10 years or over.
Surgery to remove a tube from a vein, or other similar device used for delivering cancer medicine (chemotherapy). This is done in an operating theatre on a person aged 10 years or over.
Surgery to remove a thin tube which has been inserted into a vein (tunnelled cuffed catheter).
Surgery using a thin tube with a balloon on the end (transluminal balloon angioplasty) to open up one blocked artery or vein in one limb.
Surgery using a thin tube with a balloon on the end to open up (transluminal balloon angioplasty) more than one blocked artery or vein in more than one limb.
A procedure to remove a sample of tissue from the kidney (renal biopsy) for testing.
A procedure to replace a tube which drains urine from the kidney to the bladder (nephrostomy).
Surgery to insert small pieces of metal in the prostate (radio opaque fiducial markers) to show the areas that need treatment.
A procedure involving injection into the penis to understand and treat problems with erection (impotence). This is for two services in 36 months.
A procedure where a small needle or tube is inserted into the chest cavity to remove a sample of fluid for testing (aspiration). This is to help with a diagnosis.
A procedure where a small needle or tube is inserted into the chest cavity to remove and drain excess fluid (paracentesis).
A procedure where a needle is inserted into the lung to take a sample for testing (biopsy).
A procedure of taking fluid from the lower spinal cord using a needle (lumbar puncture).
Injection of a dye, anaesthetic or anti inflammatory into one or more joints in the spine or spinal nerves. Imaging is used to help this procedure.
A treatment using heat from radio waves or extreme cold (cryoprobe) to destroy nerves around joints in the spine (facet joint denervation). Imaging is used to guide the treatment.
A treatment for back pain using heat from radio waves or extreme cold (cryoprobe) to destroy nerves which are causing difficult to treat pain (denervation).
Surgery to cut a ligament of the shoulder joint or to remove tissue from around the shoulder joint. Both procedures may be done during the same surgery. The surgeries help the shoulder to move better or with less pain.
A procedure to take a piece of cancerous tissue for testing (biopsy) from bone or deep soft tissue.
A procedure using radio waves (radiofrequency ablation) or electromagnetic energy (microwave tissue ablation) to destroy a cancerous tumour of the liver. Anaesthetic also may be used.