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How to prepare for your MRI
A little preparation can make the day feel more manageable. Start with the instructions for your own examination.
Central Houston
MRI, CT, X-ray & Ultrasound on Richmond Avenue
1.5T closed MRI | CT Scans | X-ray | Ultrasound
Diagnostic imaging at Richmond Avenue
Advantis Richmond Avenue provides outpatient diagnostic imaging at 6300 Richmond Ave, Suite 104, Houston, TX 77057. This is the Central Houston center, with a 1.5T closed MRI scanner alongside CT, X-ray and ultrasound. Choose this address when arranging an examination at Richmond; the Walters Road and Dickinson centers have their own equipment and appointment arrangements.
Imaging Services at Richmond Avenue
Arriving at Richmond Avenue
Look for the 6300 building number and use Suite 104 for Advantis check-in. The Street View image shows the building’s entrance canopy and surrounding parking area as captured in April 2022. Building appearances can change, so use the address and suite on your appointment confirmation. If you need help finding the entrance or arranging a drop-off, call before traveling. Share any mobility or transfer needs when scheduling so the team can discuss assistance.
MRI equipment and choosing your examination
The Richmond Avenue scanner is a 1.5T closed MRI. It is a different design from the open MRI at Walters Road. If enclosed spaces, positioning or an earlier incomplete MRI are concerns, tell scheduling before the appointment. The team can review your order and discuss the appropriate location. A preference for open MRI does not automatically mean every requested protocol should be moved there.
Specialized studies and location availability
Breast and prostate MRI appointments are directed to Dickinson. If your order includes a specialized protocol, additional body region or contrast, read the complete wording when you call. A general MRI appointment should not be assumed to include a separate angiography examination or advanced analysis. The team needs the exact study to arrange the right scanner, time and preparation.
What to arrange before your visit
A doctor’s order is required for every scan. Have the exact examination name, body region, side and any contrast instructions ready when you call. Tell the team about implants, kidney conditions, previous contrast reactions or possible pregnancy when relevant. The scheduling questions help prepare for your visit; the imaging team completes the appropriate screening before the examination. Follow the instructions supplied for your booked study rather than instructions for a different scan.
Insurance, self-pay and your estimate
Ask for an estimate for the examination on your order, including whether contrast and radiologist interpretation are included or billed separately. If you are using insurance, confirm the facility’s network status for your specific plan and whether authorization is needed. Advantis can discuss self-pay arrangements and CareCredit financing information. If the order or center changes, have the appointment and estimate reviewed before you travel.
Getting your images and report
Ask when the report is expected and confirm which clinician will receive it. The ordering clinician explains the findings in the context of your care. If another office needs your images or report, contact the Advantis records team for release and transfer instructions. Arrange a follow-up discussion with your clinician; an online callback request does not provide a scan interpretation or confirm an appointment.
Hours & Appointments
- Monday–Friday
- 8:30 am–5 pm
- Saturday
- 8:30 am–2 pm
- Sunday & evenings
- By appointment
Call to confirm availability for your examination and location.
Richmond Avenue Appointment Questions
Where is Advantis Richmond Avenue?
The center is at 6300 Richmond Ave, Suite 104, Houston, TX 77057. Confirm Suite 104 on your appointment details and use the map above for directions.
Does Richmond Avenue have an open MRI?
Richmond Avenue has a 1.5T closed MRI. Advantis’s high-field open MRI is at Walters Road. Tell scheduling if you prefer an open scanner so the order can be reviewed.
Can I walk in for an X-ray at Richmond?
Advantis lists walk-in X-ray service at this center. A doctor’s order is required. Call to confirm the day’s availability and arrival instructions before traveling.
Can I book breast or prostate MRI here?
These dedicated examinations are arranged at Dickinson. Call the shared scheduling number with the order to confirm the appropriate appointment.
What if I have an implant or had surgery?
Tell scheduling before MRI and provide the implant or device information requested. The imaging team reviews the specific device and scan conditions; a previous MRI does not replace that review.
Book your imaging appointment
Call with your referral or request a callback to arrange your scan.
Prepare for Your Imaging Visit
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Worried about feeling claustrophobic during MRI?
Tell the team before your appointment. It gives you time to discuss the space, positioning and available support.
Costs & appointments
MRI Cost Without Insurance in Houston: Self-Pay Guide
Looking for affordable MRI options without insurance? Compare the complete self-pay estimate and ask Advantis about its Best Price Guarantee before booking.