Brain MRI in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Craft Body Scan offers a preventive brain MRI for adults without symptoms who want to see what is going on inside their brain. You can book it without a doctor’s referral at our Tulsa center, the only location where we offer this scan. The price is $1,495, and scanning takes about 30 to 60 minutes.
Every scan is read by our board-certified radiologists, who provide a detailed report you can share with your doctor. An MRI builds images of the brain with a magnetic field and radio waves, so unlike an x-ray, it exposes you to no ionizing radiation.
Preventive brain MRI
$1,495
Self-pay price for a brain MRI at our Tulsa center
- No doctor's referral needed to book
- About 30 to 60 minutes in the scanner
- Read by board-certified radiologists, with a detailed report
What a preventive brain MRI can help show
For an adult without symptoms, a brain MRI gives a detailed look at the brain as it is today. Cleveland Clinic and RadiologyInfo.org list conditions that brain MRI images can help diagnose or monitor, and these five appear on their lists.
- Brain aneurysm
- Brain tumors and cysts
- Multiple sclerosis (MS), one of the chronic neurological conditions Cleveland Clinic names
- Stroke and stroke damage, which RadiologyInfo.org lists
- Changes associated with aging, such as brain volume loss or signal changes in brain tissue
The five conditions above are examples of what brain MRI images can help reveal. A screening image is not a diagnosis. If a finding appears, your own doctor confirms what it means and whether you need a follow-up exam.
A baseline brain MRI can establish a reference point for comparison. If you need brain imaging later, your doctor can set the new images beside this earlier set to see what changed. No scan shows everything, and a finding may lead to a follow-up exam. Metal implants or movement during the scan can make clear images harder to obtain.
Our brain MRI is a preventive scan for adults without symptoms, so it is not the place to check new or sudden symptoms. If you notice signs of a stroke, call 911 right away, and for any other new symptom, talk with your doctor first.
Book a brain MRI in Tulsa without a referral
You can book a brain MRI with Craft Body Scan without a doctor’s referral. Use the Schedule My Scan button to book online, or call us at 918-879-6161. Our Tulsa center at 5711 E. 71st St. Suite 100, Tulsa, OK 74136 is the only location where we offer the brain MRI.
The self-pay price for the brain MRI package is $1,495. Our team of providers is available to answer your questions, both before you book and after your scan. Tell us beforehand if you have claustrophobia or anxiety, since our staff may be able to offer options to help you feel more at ease.
What to expect during a brain MRI
You may be asked to remove any metallic objects, such as jewelry, watches, or hairpins, as these can interfere with the magnetic field. You might also be asked to change into a hospital gown to avoid any clothing containing metal.
You will lie down on a padded table that slides into the MRI machine. It’s important to lie still during the procedure to obtain clear images, so you might be provided with cushions or straps to help you remain comfortable and immobile.
A headrest or cradle will be used to keep your head in a stable position throughout the scan. Special coils will be placed around your head to improve the image quality and focus the MRI on the brain area.
The technologist will make sure you are comfortable and provide earplugs or headphones to protect your ears from the loud knocking and thumping noises produced by the MRI machine. They will also give you a call button to alert them if you need any assistance during the procedure.
The MRI machine consists of a large, cylindrical tunnel. During the scan, you will be moved into the tunnel slowly. The scan itself takes about 30 to 60 minutes, which counts only your time in the scanner and not the rest of the visit. It’s important to remain as still as possible during the scan to avoid blurring the images.
As the MRI machine captures images, it produces knocking and thumping noises. These sounds are normal and indicate that the machine is functioning correctly. You may be given earplugs, headphones, or music to help reduce the noise and make you more comfortable. The technologist will communicate with you through an intercom system and will guide you throughout the procedure.
Once the scan is complete, you will be moved out of the MRI machine. The images captured during the procedure will be reviewed and analyzed by our radiologist, who will then provide a detailed report we recommend you share with your doctor. Our team of providers is also available should you have any questions.
The MRI magnetic field is not harmful, but it may affect some medical devices, so tell the technologist about any implanted devices or metal. However, if you have any concerns, discomfort, or experience claustrophobia, you should inform the medical staff beforehand. The staff may be able to provide you with options or solutions to help you feel more at ease during the procedure.
You may be asked to remove any metallic objects, such as jewelry, watches, or hairpins, as these can interfere with the magnetic field. You might also be asked to change into a hospital gown to avoid any clothing containing metal.
You will lie down on a padded table that slides into the MRI machine. It’s important to lie still during the procedure to obtain clear images, so you might be provided with cushions or straps to help you remain comfortable and immobile.
A headrest or cradle will be used to keep your head in a stable position throughout the scan. Special coils will be placed around your head to improve the image quality and focus the MRI on the brain area.
The technologist will make sure you are comfortable and provide earplugs or headphones to protect your ears from the loud knocking and thumping noises produced by the MRI machine. They will also give you a call button to alert them if you need any assistance during the procedure.
The MRI machine consists of a large, cylindrical tunnel. During the scan, you will be moved into the tunnel slowly. The scan itself takes about 30 to 60 minutes, which counts only your time in the scanner and not the rest of the visit. It’s important to remain as still as possible during the scan to avoid blurring the images.
As the MRI machine captures images, it produces knocking and thumping noises. These sounds are normal and indicate that the machine is functioning correctly. You may be given earplugs, headphones, or music to help reduce the noise and make you more comfortable. The technologist will communicate with you through an intercom system and will guide you throughout the procedure.
Once the scan is complete, you will be moved out of the MRI machine. The images captured during the procedure will be reviewed and analyzed by our radiologist, who will then provide a detailed report we recommend you share with your doctor. Our team of providers is also available should you have any questions.
The MRI magnetic field is not harmful, but it may affect some medical devices, so tell the technologist about any implanted devices or metal. However, if you have any concerns, discomfort, or experience claustrophobia, you should inform the medical staff beforehand. The staff may be able to provide you with options or solutions to help you feel more at ease during the procedure.
FAQs About Brain MRI Scans
Do I need a doctor's referral for a brain MRI?
No. You can book a brain MRI at Craft Body Scan without a doctor’s referral, by phone at 918-879-6161 or online. Our Tulsa center is the only location that offers it. After the scan, a radiologist writes up the findings in a detailed report, and we recommend taking it to your own doctor.
Where can I get a brain MRI?
We welcome patients at our state-of-the-art facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Our specialized brain MRI services are provided at this location, where our experienced team is ready to help you with your brain health needs.
How much does a brain MRI cost?
We offer our brain MRI service at a clear price of $1,495.
What can a brain MRI detect?
A brain MRI can help doctors diagnose or monitor conditions such as brain aneurysms, brain tumors and cysts, multiple sclerosis and stroke damage. It can also show changes associated with aging, such as brain volume loss. No scan finds everything, though. Any finding may lead to a follow-up exam, guided by your own doctor.
How long does a brain MRI take?
Expect about 30 to 60 minutes in the scanner for a brain MRI at Craft Body Scan. Your full appointment runs longer than the scanning time. Try to lie as still as you can, because movement can make clear images harder to obtain.
Why should I get a preventative brain MRI?
If a parent or sibling had a stroke, aneurysm or tumor, you may want to see what your own brain looks like today. A baseline brain MRI can establish a reference point if you need brain imaging later. Our board-certified radiologists read the images and provide a detailed report, which we recommend sharing with your doctor.
Schedule your brain MRI with Craft Body Scan
To book your brain MRI at our Tulsa center, use the Schedule My Scan button below. If you prefer to book by phone, or want to talk it through first, call us at 918-879-6161.
This page offers general education only. It is not a diagnosis or medical advice, so please talk with your doctor about any symptoms you have and about what your results mean.
