Bone Density

Hours

This procedure requires physician pre-certification and needs to be scheduled through your physician’s office. Most appointments are scheduled within the hours of Monday-Friday 9:00AM-3:00PM.

Location

Bone densities are done in Outpatient Radiology located in the Kayden Building – 807 N. Justice St. – across the street from the main entrance to the hospital. If your physician’s office provides instructions that include a location for your appointment, please follow their instructions.

Outside of normal hours listed above, patient registration is processed through our Emergency Department whose entrance is located on Fleming Street.

Contact: 828-698-7979

This number can be used by the general public to request information regarding your appointment. Physician office personnel may also use this number to schedule appointments.

What to bring with you

• If your physician’s office gave you paperwork, please bring it with you.
• Proper identification for patient registration.

Special instructions for this Procedure

• Wear a comfortable outfit with no metal snaps or zippers.
• If you do any further questions regarding preparatory procedures, please call 828-696-1040