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Get an X-Ray at South Jersey Radiology

Digital X-rays (radiographs) are one of the most common medical imaging techniques used today. An x-ray works by exposing a specific part of the body to a small dose of radiation to capture high-quality images of the body. Your bones will absorb most of it, while the remaining amount will safely pass through your soft tissue, including fat, muscles, and organs. This process provides clear visualizations of your bones (appearing in white) against the soft tissue (appearing in gray).

Frequently, an X-ray is one of the first imaging studies ordered to rule out a particular condition. They have the ability to image every part of the body and are most often used to examine the following:

Bone fractures and breaks
Calcifications
Certain tumors and other abnormal masses
Foreign objects located in the soft tissue
Pneumonia
Select acute injuries

View our available X-Ray appointments at a location near you today

Our X-Ray Locations

South Jersey Radiology provides X-rays across 12 of our office locations. SJRA offers evening and weekend hours with select locations offering same-day and next-day appointments to meet your busy schedule.

Locations Providing:

• Cherry Hill

• Haddonfield

• Marlton (Greentree)

• Medford

• Moorestown

• Mount Laurel

• Route 73 (Voorhees)

• Sewell (Washington Twp)

• Turnersville

• West Deptford

• Willingboro

X-Ray Patient Reviews

South Jersey Radiology provides inviting outpatient facilities accompanied by friendly and supportive staff, making for a comfortable experience for our patients.

I took my daughter to get an X-ray recently – the staff was welcoming! The whole experience was very quick and they were able to take us even though we were running a little bit behind for our appointment! Isabelle did my daughter’s X-ray and she was lovely.

Rita

I arrived and had my X-ray finished before my actual appointment time! A different time, I walked in after 7 PM without an appointment and was able to have an x-ray. Total time was less than 30 minutes.

Bill

Took my son for an urgent X-ray. Linda was FANTASTIC. She was extremely patient and also took the time to calm my son’s nerves and educate him on the process. She was patient, knowledgeable and efficient.

Jenny

What to expect during your X-Ray

During an X-ray, you will be asked to stand, sit, or down on a special table or platform, depending on the part of your body being examined. Our technologist will guide you carefully to get the best possible images.

A machine called an X-ray generator will emit a small dose of radiation through your body toward a special detector. This detector captures the X-rays that pass through your body and creates an image. In certain cases, you might need to hold your breath for a few seconds to keep the image clear. The process is quick and painless, and you won’t feel anything while the X-ray is being taken.

What happens during an X-ray?

Getting an X-ray is quick, simple, and painless. Once you arrive at one of our centers, a X-ray technologist will guide you to a private exam room. The position of the X-ray machine will be adjusted depending on what part of your body is being studied. The machine will emit a small dose of radiation. This radiation passes through your body and creates a digital image.

Usually, you will need to have two or three X-rays taken, depending on which part of your body is being checked. It is important to stay as still as possible during the short time it takes for the X-ray. Sometimes, you might be asked to hold your breath for a moment to make sure the pictures are clear and sharp.

The whole process typically takes about 20 minutes. Afterward, you are free to go back to your usual activities.

How should I prepare for an X-ray?

At South Jersey Radiology, our friendly X-ray technologists will give you clear instructions tailored to your needs. Usually, there is no special preparation needed for X-rays. Here are some general rules to follow:

• Arrive 15 minutes before your appointment.
• Wear comfy, loose clothing.
• Leave behind any metal objects like jewelry, belts, or zippers, as they can interfere with the X-ray.

Following these steps will help ensure your appointment goes smoothly and provides accurate results. If you have any questions, our staff is always available to help.

Is An X-Ray Safe?

An X-ray is a painless and safe way for physicians to take a look inside your body. It uses a small amount of radiation to create detailed pictures of the area being studied.

At South Jersey Radiology, we follow strict guidelines to keep radiation as low as possible. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities, so you can rest assured that we take every precaution to keep you safe during your appointment.

Do I need an appointment for an X-ray?

While an appointment is preferred, our office locations do offer Walk-In X-rays. Please understand that as a courtesy to our patients who scheduled an appointment previously, they will be assisted first.

Please bring your prescription, insurance card, photo identification, and cost-share (estimated deductible, co-insurance, or co-pay).

When will I get my results?

Once your X-ray is done, one of our board-certified, subspecialized radiologists will check out the pictures right away. Then, they will send the results to your physician within hours. This quick turnaround means you’ll get the answers you need fast, so you can move forward with your treatment plan as needed.

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Update

We are pleased to announce that South Jersey Radiology Associates (SJRA) has reached an agreement with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon). Although we are still out-of-network, we are currently working with Horizon to finalize the date when we will officially return to in-network status. Once the date is confirmed, we will share an update.

Our team cannot thank you enough for your support and patience during this time. The countless emails, phone calls, and social media outreach we received were a powerful reminder of the trust you have placed in us at SJRA to provide the highest quality care to our community.