Order Diagnostic Imaging studies: Information for healthcare professionals

Dr. Arpana Naik (left) and Brooke Hambly, RN, (right) are two of the specialists who care for OHSU breast cancer patients. Dr. Naik is an expert cancer surgeon. Hambly is a certified cancer nurse and breast navigator who supports patients as they have breast imaging and biopsies.
As part of Oregon’s only academic health center, OHSU Diagnostic Radiology and Imaging offers your patients the region’s most advanced care with the latest treatments and technology. We strive to make it easy to refer a patient or to consult with a radiologist about current imaging advancements best suited for a particular patient and diagnosis. We value our partnership with providers because we recognize the importance of physician-to-physician relationships in the healing process.

Ordering and Scheduling

Fax orders to 503-494-4621.
Please choose and download from our list of order forms below.

Patient Scheduling

Patients can call to schedule their own exams at a time that’s best for them using the numbers below. Please make sure to have insurance information ready before calling. If you are referring a patient for imaging, please have them call us to schedule their appointment.

We are located in several locations and are open conveniently long hours, our skilled patient schedulers will see that your patient has everything they need for their visit with us. Please see our Patient page for more information.

Adult CT, MRI, vascular ultrasound, ultrasound and x-ray/fluoroscopy exams*: 503-418-0990
*Please note: general x-rays, like an x-ray of a chest or ankle, are considered walk in exams and as long as you have a doctor’s request for an X-ray at OHSU, you do not need to make an appointment. Find a location.
Molecular imaging and therapy, including PET-CT and PET-MRI: 503-494-8468
Breast imaging including breast MRI, mammograms, breast biopsies and ultrasounds: 503-494-4673
Pediatric CT, MRI, vascular ultrasound: 503-418-0990
Pediatric X-ray, fluoroscopy, ultrasound: 503-418-5252

MyChart is a helpful tool for scheduling appointments, reviewing prep before appointments, viewing results, and canceling or changing appointments. In some cases, you can make an appointment through MyChart. To see if this is an option:

  • Log into MyChart.
  • Go to Visits.
  • Click on “Schedule an appointment.”

While we don't manage these departments, they might be helpful in the patient journey:
Dexa and bone density scans: 503-494-4814
Echocardiograms: 503-494-8766
Pediatric echocardiograms: 503-346-0640

New patient/insurance:
If patient is new to OHSU or their insurance has changed, please have them call OHSU Registration at 503-494-8505 or 888-222-6478 and provide their insurance information prior to calling to schedule.

Exam authorization:
Please confirm the authorization of the requested exam(s) has been obtained by the ordering clinic prior to the appointment.

Oral anxiolytics:
If your patient requires oral anxiolytics, please order these to be picked up from their local pharmacy. If oral anxiolytics have failed, required IV anxiolytics must be documented on the order form. If IV anxiolytics have failed, required adult or pediatric anesthesia services must be documented on the order.

General Radiology

MRI, CT, Xray, Fluoro, Ultrasound, Vascular

Scheduling

  • Please ask the patient to call Radiology scheduling at 503-418-0990 to schedule their imaging.
  • Confirm the authorization of the requested exam(s) has been obtained by the ordering clinic prior to the appointment.
Radiology Order Form

Pediatrics

MRI, Vascular, Ultrasound, Fluoro, Xray

Scheduling

  • Please ask the patient to call Pediatrics scheduling to schedule their imaging: Xray, Fluoro, Ultrasound: 503-418-5252 CT, MRI, Vascular: 503-418-0990
  • Confirm the authorization of the requested exam(s) has been obtained by the ordering clinic prior to the appointment.  
Pediatrics Order Form

Breast Center

Mammogram, Breast/Axilla Ultrasound, Breast MRI, Breast Biopsy/Procedure

Scheduling

  • Please ask the patient to call Breast Center scheduling at 503-494-4673 to schedule their imaging.
  • Confirm the authorization of the requested exam(s) has been obtained by the ordering clinic prior to the appointment.
  • For additional information about breast imaging, visit our Breast Center page here.
Breast Center Order Form

Molecular Imaging Therapy

MIT, PET/CT

Scheduling

  • Please ask the patient to call Molecular Imaging Therapy scheduling at 503-494-8468 to schedule their imaging.
  • Confirm the authorization of the requested exam(s) has been obtained by the ordering clinic prior to the appointment.
PET/CT Order Form
PET/MRI Order Form
Molecular Imaging Order Form

Reminders

  • Transportation: Patient must arrange transportation if they will be receiving pain/anxiety/anesthesia medication. Patient must have a responsible adult (16 years or older) who is present at the time they are discharged. Patient may NOT drive. If patient plans to take public/private transportation, they must have a responsible adult with them.
  • Children/service animals: Patients must bring a responsible person with them to supervise children and/or service animals that may be with them during their appointment.

Stay connected with patient care at OHSU

  • Protect continuity of care and avoid repeating tests or exams, visit the Image Library for information regarding prior imaging.
  • Enroll in EpicCare Link for secure, constant access to your patient's shared electronic medical records.
  • Connect with a radiologist by calling 503-494-5369 and speak to one of our radiology assistants. For additional information, visit our contact us page.