Do I need an appointment or referral for a digital X-ray at TrufaMED?
No appointment or referral is required. Walk in during operating hours (Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM, Sat 11 AM–11 PM, Sun 12 PM–8 PM, seven days a week) and our team will take care of the rest. Our board-certified physician will assess your presenting concern, order the appropriate imaging study, and interpret results during the same visit.
What body parts can be X-rayed at TrufaMED?
Our digital X-ray suite images all common anatomical regions including the chest, spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbar), upper extremities (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, fingers), lower extremities (hip, knee, ankle, foot, toes), abdomen, pelvis, and sinus/nasal regions. If you have a specific imaging need, call us at (305) 537-6396 to confirm availability.
How long does a digital X-ray visit take from start to finish?
Most X-ray visits are complete in 20 to 30 minutes total — from check-in through physician consultation, imaging, and receiving your results and treatment plan. The imaging capture itself takes less than five minutes. Because our physicians interpret images on-site, there is no waiting for an external radiology report.
How much does a digital X-ray cost at TrufaMED?
Self-pay pricing is $120 per region for a single body area X-ray, and $195 for multi-region imaging (two or more areas during the same visit). We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Humana, Oscar Health*, and Medicare — in which case you pay only your plan’s applicable co-pay or deductible. There are no hidden fees or separate radiology billing charges.
How much radiation does a digital X-ray involve? Is it safe?
Digital X-ray uses electronic sensors instead of film, which requires significantly less radiation — up to 80% less than conventional film-based X-rays. For context, a chest X-ray delivers approximately the same radiation dose as a few hours of natural background radiation from the environment. Digital X-ray is considered safe for patients of all ages. Our physicians follow established radiation safety principles and clinical appropriateness criteria for every imaging study.
Can children receive digital X-rays at TrufaMED?
Yes. TrufaMED provides pediatric urgent care including diagnostic imaging for children and adolescents. Digital X-ray is appropriate for pediatric patients; our physicians apply age-appropriate positioning and use the minimum necessary radiation dose. Children with suspected fractures, chest infections, or other imaging indications are welcome to walk in with a parent or guardian.
When should I get an X-ray vs. when should I go to the emergency room?
Walk-in X-ray at TrufaMED is appropriate for non-life-threatening injuries and conditions — suspected fractures from falls or sports injuries, chest X-ray for respiratory symptoms, spine imaging for back pain, sinus imaging, and similar presentations. Go directly to the emergency room for severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, suspected head or spinal cord injury, major trauma, signs of stroke, or any condition that appears life-threatening. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. TrufaMED is ideal for same-day urgent imaging that does not require emergency department resources.
Is TrufaMED’s imaging Joint Commission accredited?
Yes. TrufaMED is Florida’s only Joint Commission-accredited urgent care facility. Joint Commission accreditation means our imaging suite meets the same safety, quality, and clinical standards required of accredited hospital radiology departments. Accreditation covers infection control, equipment calibration, clinical protocols, and staff credentialing.
Does TrufaMED offer chest X-rays for immigration physicals (I-693)?
Yes. TrufaMED provides chest X-rays for immigration physicals as part of the USCIS Form I-693 process. Call us at (305) 537-6396 or WhatsApp +1 (305) 842-9801 to confirm current civil surgeon availability and schedule your immigration physical. We serve the full Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, and surrounding community for immigration-related imaging and documentation.
What should I wear to my X-ray visit?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing in the area to be imaged. Avoid metal fasteners, underwire bras, jewelry, or clothing with sharp zippers near the imaging area — you may be asked to remove these before imaging. No other preparation is required. Walk in any time during operating hours.
Does TrufaMED also offer ultrasound and lab testing?
Yes. TrufaMED is equipped with on-site ultrasound and in-house laboratory testing. When clinically appropriate, your physician can combine X-ray, ultrasound, and laboratory diagnostics during a single visit — eliminating the need for multiple appointments at separate facilities. This integrated diagnostic capability is one of TrufaMED’s key advantages over single-service imaging centers.