Atlanta Bone and Joint Specialists
  • Our Doctors
    • About Us
    • Maurice Jové, M.D.
    • Nathan Jove, M.D. >
      • Español
    • Jeff Traub, M.D.
    • Brandon Tolman, D.O.
    • Physician Assistants >
      • Omid Midanaky, PA-C
      • Aidan O'Connor, MPH, PA-C
      • Elissa Stanton, PA-C
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    • Decatur
    • Loganville
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      • Atención Ortopédica Urgente en Español
      • Radiografías el Mismo Día para Lesiones
      • Inyecciones de Cortisona el Mismo Día
    • Urgent Orthopaedic Care >
      • Urgent Orthopaedic Care
      • Same-Day Sports Injury Care
      • Joint Dislocation Treatment & Reduction
      • Swollen Knee Treatment & Joint Aspiration
      • Same-Day Cortisone Shots and Joint Injections
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    • Affiliate Hospital Resources >
      • Emory Decatur Hospital
      • Atlanta Outpatient Surgery Center
    • Saturday Clinic
    • What To Expect
    • Blog
    • FAQ >
      • Blood Clots After Orthopedic Surgery
      • FAQ
      • Video
      • What is an Orthopedic Doctor
      • Home Therapy
    • Orthopedic Survey Center >
      • Outpatient Total Joint Replacement Survey
      • Painful Knee Replacement Survey
      • Painful Hip Replacement Survey
      • Rotator Cuff Surgery Survey
      • Meniscus Tear Survey
      • Partial Knee Replacement Survey
      • Self-Pay MRI Request Form
      • Elite Athlete Second Opinion Survey
      • Orthopedic Second Opinions & MRI Review | Dr. Nathan Jové
    • Privacy Policy
  • Specialties
    • Joint Replacement Center >
      • Hip >
        • Hip Replacement Second Opinion
        • Anterior Hip Replacement
        • Total Hip Replacement
        • Painful Hip Replacement
      • Knee >
        • Knee Replacement Second Opinion
        • Total Knee Replacement
        • Knee Replacement Surgery Recovery
        • Painful Knee Replacement
        • Anterior Reference Knee Replacement
        • Partial Knee Replacement
        • Patellofemoral Replacement
        • Tourniquet-less Knee Replacement
        • How to Prepare and What to Expect Knee Surgery
      • Shoulder >
        • Shoulder Replacement Second Opinion
        • Total Shoulder Replacement
        • Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
        • Shoulder Surgery
      • Ankle >
        • Total Ankle Replacement
      • Outpatient Joint Replacement Center
      • Revision Surgery >
        • Revision Knee Replacement
        • Revision Hip Replacement Surgery
        • Metal on Metal Hip Problems
      • Metal Sensitivity and Nickel Allergy
      • Infections >
        • Hip and Knee Replacement Infections
    • Knee >
      • Knee Surgery
      • Knee Arthritis
      • Cartilage Repair & Restoration
      • Meniscus Tears
      • ACL Tears
      • MACI Cartilage Repair
      • Patella (Kneecap) Instability
      • MPFL Tear & Patellar Instability
      • Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
      • Knee MCL Injuries
      • Knee AVN
      • Quadriceps Tendon Tear
      • Patellar Tendon Tear
    • Shoulder >
      • Shoulder Surgery
      • Rotator Cuff Tears
      • SLAP Tears
      • Labral Tears
      • Shoulder Arthritis
      • Shoulder Dislocation/s
      • Shoulder AVN
    • Hip >
      • Hip Surgery
      • Hip Arthritis
      • Hip AVN
      • Hip Labral Tears
      • Femoroacetabular Impingement
      • Gluteus Medius & Minimus Tears
      • Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Foot and Ankle >
      • Achilles Tendon Tears
      • Ankle Sprains and Recurrent Instability
      • Syndesmosis (High Ankle) Sprain
      • Ankle Arthritis
      • Ankle (Talus) AVN
      • Kohler's Disease- Navicular AVN
      • Tarsal Tunnel Release
    • Elbow, Hand & Wrist >
      • Carpal Tunnel Sydnrome
      • Cubittal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Elbow UCL Injuries
      • Trigger Finger
      • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
      • Biceps Tears
    • Robotic Surgery >
      • Robotic Knee Replacement with AI
      • Robotic Hip Replacement with AI
    • Arthroscopic Surgery
    • Regenerative Medicine >
      • Stem Cell Therapy
      • Cartilage Restoration
      • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injections
      • Hyaluronic Gel Injections - Atlanta Bone and Joint Specialists
    • Fracture Care >
      • Fracture Care
      • Shoulder >
        • Collarbone (Clavicle) Fracture
        • Proximal Humerus Fractures
      • Upper Arm (Humerus) >
        • Humerus Shaft Fractures
      • Elbow >
        • Radial Head Fractures
        • Olecranon (Elbow) Fractures
      • Forearm >
        • Radius Fractures
        • Ulna Fractures
        • Both Bone Forearm Fractures
      • Hand & Wrist >
        • Broken Wrist/Distal Radius Fracture
        • Metacarpal Fractures
        • Finger Fractures
      • Hip & Femur >
        • Hip Fractures
        • Femoral Shaft Fractures
      • Knee >
        • Patella (Kneecap) Fractures
        • Tibial Plateau Fractures
        • Distal Femur Fractures
      • Tibia (Shinbone) >
        • Tibia & Shinbone Fractures
      • Foot & Ankle >
        • Ankle Fractures
        • Calcaneus Fractures
        • Jones Fractures
      • Fracture Nonunion & Malunion
      • Periprosthetic Fractures
    • EMG
    • Español >
      • Manguito Rotador
      • Reemplazo de Rodilla
      • Reemplazo de Cadera
      • Reemplazo de Hombro
      • Lesiones por Accidentes
      • Dislocación e Inestabilidad del Hombro
      • Desgarro de Menisco
      • Fracturas y Huesos Rotos
      • Dedo en Gatillo
  • Workers Compensation
    • Submit a Referral
    • Injuries We Treat
    • Adjusters & Case Managers
    • Direct Physician Contacts
    • Workers Compensation Overview
    • Care & Documentation
    • Neck & Back Injuries
    • Shoulder & Knee Injuries
    • Compensación Laboral
  • For Professionals
    • Physician Referrals
    • Attorney Referrals
    • Orthopedic Expert Witness
    • Independent Medical Examination
    • Car Accident Orthopedic Care
    • Job Opportunities
Orthopedic MRI Patient Resource

Fast, Convenient Orthopedic MRI in Snellville

Get the imaging your orthopedic physician ordered without an unnecessarily long hospital wait. Our goal is to make MRI scheduling accessible, efficient and coordinated directly with your orthopedic care.

Schedule an MRI: 770-985-9330 ext. 1219 Email MRI Scheduling Self-Pay MRI Information
Faster Access Designed to reduce unnecessary scheduling delays
Direct Review Images available to your treating orthopedic team
Lower-Cost Setting Often less costly than hospital-based imaging
1.5 Tesla MRI Orthopedic imaging in Snellville
MRI Scheduling

Questions About Your MRI Appointment?

Our MRI scheduling team can help confirm that your order was received, answer routine appointment questions and direct insurance or authorization concerns to the appropriate staff member.

When emailing, include your name, phone number, ordering provider and the body part being imaged. Please do not send complete medical records, Social Security numbers or other highly sensitive health information through ordinary email.

MRI Scheduling

Snellville Office
770-985-9330, extension 1219 [email protected]

Email is available for routine scheduling communication. Urgent medical symptoms should not be sent by email.

Why Patients Choose Our MRI

Imaging Built Around Orthopedic Care

The MRI should move your treatment forward—not become another obstacle between you and the diagnosis.

01

Accessible Scheduling

Our team works to schedule studies promptly and avoid the long delays that can occur within large hospital imaging systems.

02

Convenient Location

MRI services are available through our Snellville orthopedic offices, with limited Saturday availability in Snellville when offered.

03

Direct Physician Access

The completed images are available within our orthopedic system, allowing your treating physician to review the actual study without waiting for an outside disc transfer.

04

Potential Cost Savings

Office-based imaging may carry lower facility charges and lower patient responsibility than hospital-based MRI, depending on insurance and the specific study.

Your MRI Goes Directly Into Your Orthopedic Care

Because the MRI is coordinated within the same orthopedic practice, the treating team can access the images directly after the study is completed. That can reduce delays caused by outside image transfers, missing discs or repeated requests to another facility.

Images available in our system Your orthopedic physician can view the actual MRI, not only a written report.
Clinical interpretation matters MRI findings are considered together with your symptoms and physical examination.
Prompt access—not a guaranteed instant diagnosis Formal radiology reporting and physician follow-up timing may vary by study and clinical circumstances.
How Scheduling Works

Four Simple Steps

Most scheduling questions can be resolved quickly when we have the order and the information required by your insurance plan.

Step 1

Your Provider Orders the MRI

The order identifies the body part, side and type of MRI needed. Some studies require special instructions or contrast.

Step 2

Insurance Is Reviewed

Many insurance plans require prior authorization. Approval timing is controlled partly by the insurer and may affect the appointment date.

Step 3

Our Team Coordinates the Visit

The MRI scheduling team confirms the appointment time, screening questions and any preparation instructions.

Step 4

Your Orthopedic Team Reviews It

The images and report are used with your history and examination to determine the next appropriate treatment step.

Insurance and Self-Pay

A More Cost-Conscious MRI Option

Hospital-based imaging can include substantial facility charges. An MRI performed in an orthopedic office setting may be less expensive, but the actual cost depends on your insurance network, deductible, coinsurance, authorization and the type of study ordered.

Patients without insurance or those comparing cash prices can also review our self-pay MRI pathway.

Review Self-Pay MRI Options

Questions to Ask Before Your MRI

✓
Is this location in network? Insurance networks can differ even within the same health plan.
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Has prior authorization been completed? An authorization is not the same as a guarantee of payment.
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What is my expected responsibility? Ask about deductible, copay, coinsurance and any separate interpretation charge.
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Would self-pay be more economical? Patients with high deductibles may wish to compare available options.
Prepare for Your MRI

What Patients Should Know

MRI uses a powerful magnet. Complete the safety screening carefully and tell the team about any implanted device, metal or previous procedure.

Before the Appointment

Arrive as instructed. Early arrival may be needed for registration and MRI safety screening.
Bring insurance and identification. Also bring any requested order or authorization information.
Wear simple clothing. Avoid jewelry and clothing with metal when possible.
Tell us about claustrophobia. Contact the ordering physician before the appointment if medication may be needed.

Important Safety Information

Report implanted devices. This includes pacemakers, stimulators, pumps, clips and other electronic or metallic implants.
Report possible metal fragments. Especially prior eye injuries, welding injuries, shrapnel or occupational exposure.
Report pregnancy or possible pregnancy. The ordering and imaging teams will determine the appropriate next step.
Follow contrast instructions. Some studies require additional screening or preparation; most routine orthopedic MRIs do not require contrast.
MRI Location

Snellville

The MRI scheduling team can help coordinate the earliest practical appointment for the study ordered.

Snellville MRI

2801 N. Decatur Road, Suite 200
Decatur, GA 30033

Convenient for patients from Snellville and surrounding communities.

View Decatur Office Information →

Snellville MRI

2400 Wisteria Drive, Suite A
Snellville, GA 30078

Convenient for patients from Snellville, Loganville, Gwinnett County and Walton County. Ask Cheryl about limited Saturday availability.

View Snellville Office Information →
MRI Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can my MRI be scheduled?
The team works to schedule MRIs promptly. The exact timing depends on appointment availability, the study ordered and whether your insurer requires prior authorization. Email Cheryl when you need help checking the status.
Will my orthopedic doctor see the MRI?
Yes. When the MRI is performed through our practice, the images are available directly within the orthopedic system for review by your treating team. A follow-up visit may still be necessary to discuss the findings and treatment plan.
Is an office-based MRI less expensive than a hospital MRI?
It often can be because hospital imaging may include higher facility charges. Your actual responsibility depends on your insurance benefits, network, deductible, coinsurance and the study performed. Ask for an estimate when cost is a concern.
Can I schedule an MRI without an order?
MRI generally requires an appropriate medical order identifying the study needed. Patients seeking a self-pay MRI should review the self-pay pathway and submit the requested information so the team can determine the correct next step.
Does MRI use radiation?
MRI does not use ionizing X-ray radiation. It uses a powerful magnetic field and radiofrequency energy, which is why careful screening for implants and metal is essential.
What should I do if I am nervous or claustrophobic?
Contact the ordering physician before the appointment. If medication is prescribed, you may need a responsible adult to drive you and should follow all medication and arrival instructions.
Need Help With Your MRI?

Contact Our MRI Scheduling Team

Contact the Snellville MRI scheduling team if you are waiting for an appointment, checking insurance authorization or need routine scheduling assistance.

770-985-9330 ext. 1219 Email MRI Scheduling Self-Pay MRI Request Form

​Call to Schedule Your Appointment Today
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Office Hours / Horario
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Lunes–Viernes: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday Football Clinic
Saturdays during high school football season
Sábados durante la temporada de fútbol americano escolar
Injured Players Only / Solo jugadores lesionados
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  • Our Doctors
    • About Us
    • Maurice Jové, M.D.
    • Nathan Jove, M.D. >
      • Español
    • Jeff Traub, M.D.
    • Brandon Tolman, D.O.
    • Physician Assistants >
      • Omid Midanaky, PA-C
      • Aidan O'Connor, MPH, PA-C
      • Elissa Stanton, PA-C
  • Locations
    • Decatur
    • Loganville
    • Snellville
  • Appointments
    • Online Scheduling
    • Citas Ortopédicas (ES)
    • Second Opinion >
      • Elite Athlete Second Opinions
      • Second Opinion
    • Self-Pay MRI
    • Medical Tourism
  • Patient Resources
    • Español >
      • Atención Ortopédica Urgente en Español
      • Radiografías el Mismo Día para Lesiones
      • Inyecciones de Cortisona el Mismo Día
    • Urgent Orthopaedic Care >
      • Urgent Orthopaedic Care
      • Same-Day Sports Injury Care
      • Joint Dislocation Treatment & Reduction
      • Swollen Knee Treatment & Joint Aspiration
      • Same-Day Cortisone Shots and Joint Injections
    • Social Media >
      • Facebook
      • Instagram
      • LinkedIN
      • Twitter
      • YouTube
      • Nathan Jove Social Media >
        • @theorthopedicsurgeon on Instagram
        • @theorthopedicsurgeon on Youtube
    • Billing & Insurance >
      • Payments
      • Cost Estimator
      • Insurance
    • Patient Forms & Requests >
      • Forms
      • Medical Records
      • Prescription Refill Request >
        • Decatur
        • Loganville
    • Bracing
    • Conditions Treated >
      • Arthritis
      • Avascular Necrosis
      • Sports Injuries
    • MRI
    • MRI Review
    • Reviews
    • Affiliate Hospital Resources >
      • Emory Decatur Hospital
      • Atlanta Outpatient Surgery Center
    • Saturday Clinic
    • What To Expect
    • Blog
    • FAQ >
      • Blood Clots After Orthopedic Surgery
      • FAQ
      • Video
      • What is an Orthopedic Doctor
      • Home Therapy
    • Orthopedic Survey Center >
      • Outpatient Total Joint Replacement Survey
      • Painful Knee Replacement Survey
      • Painful Hip Replacement Survey
      • Rotator Cuff Surgery Survey
      • Meniscus Tear Survey
      • Partial Knee Replacement Survey
      • Self-Pay MRI Request Form
      • Elite Athlete Second Opinion Survey
      • Orthopedic Second Opinions & MRI Review | Dr. Nathan Jové
    • Privacy Policy
  • Specialties
    • Joint Replacement Center >
      • Hip >
        • Hip Replacement Second Opinion
        • Anterior Hip Replacement
        • Total Hip Replacement
        • Painful Hip Replacement
      • Knee >
        • Knee Replacement Second Opinion
        • Total Knee Replacement
        • Knee Replacement Surgery Recovery
        • Painful Knee Replacement
        • Anterior Reference Knee Replacement
        • Partial Knee Replacement
        • Patellofemoral Replacement
        • Tourniquet-less Knee Replacement
        • How to Prepare and What to Expect Knee Surgery
      • Shoulder >
        • Shoulder Replacement Second Opinion
        • Total Shoulder Replacement
        • Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
        • Shoulder Surgery
      • Ankle >
        • Total Ankle Replacement
      • Outpatient Joint Replacement Center
      • Revision Surgery >
        • Revision Knee Replacement
        • Revision Hip Replacement Surgery
        • Metal on Metal Hip Problems
      • Metal Sensitivity and Nickel Allergy
      • Infections >
        • Hip and Knee Replacement Infections
    • Knee >
      • Knee Surgery
      • Knee Arthritis
      • Cartilage Repair & Restoration
      • Meniscus Tears
      • ACL Tears
      • MACI Cartilage Repair
      • Patella (Kneecap) Instability
      • MPFL Tear & Patellar Instability
      • Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
      • Knee MCL Injuries
      • Knee AVN
      • Quadriceps Tendon Tear
      • Patellar Tendon Tear
    • Shoulder >
      • Shoulder Surgery
      • Rotator Cuff Tears
      • SLAP Tears
      • Labral Tears
      • Shoulder Arthritis
      • Shoulder Dislocation/s
      • Shoulder AVN
    • Hip >
      • Hip Surgery
      • Hip Arthritis
      • Hip AVN
      • Hip Labral Tears
      • Femoroacetabular Impingement
      • Gluteus Medius & Minimus Tears
      • Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Foot and Ankle >
      • Achilles Tendon Tears
      • Ankle Sprains and Recurrent Instability
      • Syndesmosis (High Ankle) Sprain
      • Ankle Arthritis
      • Ankle (Talus) AVN
      • Kohler's Disease- Navicular AVN
      • Tarsal Tunnel Release
    • Elbow, Hand & Wrist >
      • Carpal Tunnel Sydnrome
      • Cubittal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Elbow UCL Injuries
      • Trigger Finger
      • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
      • Biceps Tears
    • Robotic Surgery >
      • Robotic Knee Replacement with AI
      • Robotic Hip Replacement with AI
    • Arthroscopic Surgery
    • Regenerative Medicine >
      • Stem Cell Therapy
      • Cartilage Restoration
      • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injections
      • Hyaluronic Gel Injections - Atlanta Bone and Joint Specialists
    • Fracture Care >
      • Fracture Care
      • Shoulder >
        • Collarbone (Clavicle) Fracture
        • Proximal Humerus Fractures
      • Upper Arm (Humerus) >
        • Humerus Shaft Fractures
      • Elbow >
        • Radial Head Fractures
        • Olecranon (Elbow) Fractures
      • Forearm >
        • Radius Fractures
        • Ulna Fractures
        • Both Bone Forearm Fractures
      • Hand & Wrist >
        • Broken Wrist/Distal Radius Fracture
        • Metacarpal Fractures
        • Finger Fractures
      • Hip & Femur >
        • Hip Fractures
        • Femoral Shaft Fractures
      • Knee >
        • Patella (Kneecap) Fractures
        • Tibial Plateau Fractures
        • Distal Femur Fractures
      • Tibia (Shinbone) >
        • Tibia & Shinbone Fractures
      • Foot & Ankle >
        • Ankle Fractures
        • Calcaneus Fractures
        • Jones Fractures
      • Fracture Nonunion & Malunion
      • Periprosthetic Fractures
    • EMG
    • Español >
      • Manguito Rotador
      • Reemplazo de Rodilla
      • Reemplazo de Cadera
      • Reemplazo de Hombro
      • Lesiones por Accidentes
      • Dislocación e Inestabilidad del Hombro
      • Desgarro de Menisco
      • Fracturas y Huesos Rotos
      • Dedo en Gatillo
  • Workers Compensation
    • Submit a Referral
    • Injuries We Treat
    • Adjusters & Case Managers
    • Direct Physician Contacts
    • Workers Compensation Overview
    • Care & Documentation
    • Neck & Back Injuries
    • Shoulder & Knee Injuries
    • Compensación Laboral
  • For Professionals
    • Physician Referrals
    • Attorney Referrals
    • Orthopedic Expert Witness
    • Independent Medical Examination
    • Car Accident Orthopedic Care
    • Job Opportunities