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- The referring physician should be notified. | - The referring physician should be notified. | ||
- In the event the exam has to be rescheduled due to patient characteristics, the radiologist will make note of the reasons in the report. | - In the event the exam has to be rescheduled due to patient characteristics, the radiologist will make note of the reasons in the report. | ||
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===== 8) Before departing the Department of Radiology ===== | ===== 8) Before departing the Department of Radiology ===== | ||
- | , the patient will be given a ‘Contrast Material Extravasation Information’ card (completed by either the CT Technologist or the Radiologist) explaining the significance of a contrast material extravasation experience. A contact phone number will be provided to the patient so he/she can contact a nurse should concerning symptoms develop. | + | The patient will be given a ‘Contrast Material Extravasation Information’ card (completed by either the CT Technologist or the Radiologist) explaining the significance of a contrast material extravasation experience. A contact phone number will be provided to the patient so he/she can contact a nurse should concerning symptoms develop. |
- In the event the exam has to be rescheduled due to patient characteristics, the Radiologist will make note of the reasons in the report. | - In the event the exam has to be rescheduled due to patient characteristics, the Radiologist will make note of the reasons in the report. | ||
- The exam will be ended using a ‘reduced services’ modifier. | - The exam will be ended using a ‘reduced services’ modifier. |