Imaging/Radiology plays a key role in diagnosing, treating, and monitoring the broadest range of conditions, from injuries to cancers, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular disease.Our medical imaging capabilities are among the most advanced in the Capital Region. Tests are performed by highly skilled technologists, and results are read by board-certified radiologist. Because our imaging services are accredited by the American College of Radiology, you can count on us to meet or exceed the highest standards of care.
Our full spectrum of advanced imaging services include:
• MRI
• CT Scan
• X-ray
• Ultrasound
X-ray is available on a walk-in basis, offered 24/7, 365 days of the year.
To schedule an appointment for a CT Scan, MRI or Ultrasound:
- Call 518-580-2232 and request Malta Med Emergent Care as your designated site.
What to bring with you and how to prepare for your appointment:
- Bring your photo ID
- Most current insurance card
- Wear loose clothing
- Remove any jewelry or metal. This includes underwire located in many undergarments.
- MRI
- A Radiology Technologist will contact you prior to your appointment to review and ask questions about your medical history.We have a large, semi-open MRI tube to ensure your maximum comfort during your test
- CT Scan
- Depending on your test, you may require blood work to ensure the contrast administered is safe for your internal organs. We are able to provide this blood work on-site at Malta Med Emergent Care. You may also require an oral contrast drink that will need to be ingested prior to your test. This will be discussed with you prior to your appointment.
- Ultrasound
- Instructions will be provided to you at the time you make your appointment. Certain exams require different preparation.
If you are unsure about any of your preparatory instructions, please call 518-886-5445 to speak with a radiology technologist at Malta Med Emergent Care.
Easier access to your imaging files
Upon your request, we can provide the results of your imaging scans and share them with your doctors. Download the form to release information HERE.
Hours of Operation:
MRI
- Monday - Friday: 7 AM - 6 PM
- Please call 518-580-2232 to request your appointment be scheduled at Malta Med
CT Scan
- Monday - Friday: 7 AM - 11 PM
- Please call 518-580-2232 to request your appointment be scheduled at Malta Med
X-ray
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- No appointment necessary
Ultrasound
- 7 days a week, 7 AM - 11 PM
- No appointment necessary, but recommended
Your test as well as co-pay is dependent on your insurance. We ask that you call your insurance company prior to arrival to ensure you know the expected amount you’ll be paying for the services rendered.
If you would like a copy of results:
You will be required to sign a consent form to release this information to you. You can access the form here.
If your provider would like a copy of results:
A copy of the dictated report of your completed test has been automatically sent to the ordering provider and any other providers specifically requested at the time of your appointment. Please allow 72 hours for transmission of report. If you need a specialist to see your images as well as the dictated report, you have two options.
1. Malta Med Emergent Care’s Radiology Department utilizes the same information ‘cloud’ with:
- OrthoNY (at all locations)
- St. Peter’s Hospital-Main Campus
- Ellis Hospital- Main Campus
- Saratoga Hospital and satellite locations
- Capital Region Orthopedics--Malta Location
- Albany Medical Center
- Columbia Memorial Hospital
- Glens Falls Hospital
Your image can be ‘pushed’ to these sites without requiring a separate trip to Malta Med Emergent Care’ to obtain a physical copy of your information.
2. If not listed as one of the above locations, please come to Malta Med Emergent Care to pick up your CD and report. You will be required to sign a consent form to release this information to you. You can access the form here. You can also request your CD ahead of time by emailing Medicalrecordsmmec@saratogahospital.org. A consent form is required when utilizing this option as well.
You can also call 518-580-2258 option 3 for a CD of records.
We ask that you give us 24 hours to create the CD and report.
(518) 289-2024
MMECOffice@saratogahospital.org
Emergent Care Open 24x7 - No Appointment Required
