Do You Need a Doctor's Referral for a CT Scan?

What's a CT Scan?

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Why a CT Scan? Doctors use CT scans to get a clearer picture of what’s happening inside your body.

What's a Doctor's Referral?

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Referral Needed?

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Why Referrals are Important

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Without a Referral?

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Ask Your Doctor

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Talk About Concerns

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