FAQs for Interventional Radiology, cath lab, MRI and CT imaging

Insurance usually covers testing that is referred by a doctor. But to be sure, call your insurance plan.

We accept most major insurance plans, including HealthPartners, Patient Choice, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medica Choice, Medica Elect, Medica Select Care, Araz and PreferredOne, among others.

If you have questions about coverage or about your bill, call your insurance provider or call Park Nicollet Business Services at 952-993-7672.

Interventional radiology, cath lab or MRI and CT imaging services are on the second floor of the Heart and Vascular Center. Park in the Blue Ramp in front of the center. Bring your parking ticket to your appointment to receive a discounted rate. Take the elevator to the second floor and check in at the reception desk. 

Yes, you will need a referral from your doctor or cardiologist to be tested in this area. You also will need a history and physical report within seven days of the procedure.

A scheduler will discuss your test or procedure with you. For more details about a specific test see the tests and treatments web pages or call the appropriate number: interventional radiology scheduler at 952-993-2364; heart cath lab scheduler at 952-993-1348.

Depending on the test, it will take up to five hours for preparation, test and recovery. The scheduler will discuss this information with you. If you have questions, call the interventional radiology scheduler at 952-993-2364; or the heart cath lab scheduler at 952-993-1348.  

Typically you will need to arrive 90 minutes to two hours before your test.

For questions about your appointment, call the interventional radiology scheduler at 952-993-2364; or the heart cath lab scheduler at 952-993-1348.

If you have questions or concerns after your test or procedure (but not related to results), call the interventional radiology nurse at 952-993-6686; or the cath lab nurse at 952-993-1348.

Usually, doctors will answer this question during the procedure if asked. However, if a patient is sedated, he or she often will not remember.

Doctors usually give results one of two ways – during your recovery period before you go home, the doctor may stop in to tell you the results, or your doctor will call you within two days.