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Sarasota Memorial's Breast Health Center is pleased to offer one of
the region's first digital mammography systems. We are
committed to providing the latest in imaging technology and expert,
compassionate care. Similar to photography, this system offers the
digital advantages of higher resolution. Higher resolution enables
radiologists to see more detail within the soft tissue of the
breast. This ability can lead to a more accurate diagnosis with
fewer women called back for additional imaging.
Sarasota Memorial's digital mammography system uses a breast-scanning technology. This allows for the highest
image quality at the lowest possible dose – up to 60 percent less
than other analog mammography systems.
As most women know, mammograms require a degree of breast
compression in order to obtain accurate images. However, the design
of Sarasota Memorial’s system is different from other mammography
systems. It has a gently curved breast support and compression
paddle, which can help lessen the discomfort some women experience
during compression.
Digital technology also provides the most efficient access to your
mammograms. The digital images can be transmitted to another site
for viewing by the radiologist in only minutes. Women will no longer
experience the loss of their mammography exams and the important
information they contain.
Sarasota
Memorial
is committed to providing the latest imaging technology and expert,
compassionate care. See 'More
About Digital Mammography' for additional information about the
advantages of digital mammography.
To schedule an appointment at a digital mammogram location, call
941-917-7322 today.
*Most insurance companies cover the higher
cost of the digital mammography technology. You may want to check
with your carrier regarding the level of coverage for this
state-of-the-art technology.
* Please be aware that
when you receive radiology services, you are billed for services
rendered in part by Sarasota Memorial Health Care System Radiology
Services for the actual imaging, as well as SMH Radiology Associates
for the interpretation of the images. If you have any questions or
concerns about your bill, please feel free to call SMH Radiology
Associates Billing Office toll free at 1-866-237-2465 or Sarasota
Memorial Patient Financial Services at 941-917-1540 for questions
concerning your bills.
