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X-ray Clinics in Newtown

Compare 3 clinic listings in Newtown, Wellington for X-ray, including Affinity Medical Imaging, Pacific Radiology. Each listing shows the address, phone number and listed scans.

X-ray clinics in Newtown
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X-ray clinics in Newtown

More X-ray clinics within 5 km of Newtown

Within 5 km of Newtown there are five more X-ray clinics in Mount Cook, Te Aro and Wellington Central, run by Pacific Radiology, Megadot Imaging and Horizon Radiology. The closest is Pacific Radiology – After Hours – Wellington in Mount Cook, 1.1 km away.

What is an X-ray?

An X-ray uses a small dose of radiation to take pictures of bones, joints, the chest and the abdomen. It is the quickest and most common imaging test and is often used first after an injury. Health New Zealand: X-rays

Referral

X-rays need a referral from a doctor, nurse practitioner, physiotherapist or other registered referrer. Many community clinics see referred patients without an appointment.

Time and preparation

An X-ray usually takes 5 to 15 minutes. You may be asked to remove jewellery or clothing with metal over the area being examined.

Who pays

X-rays are commonly ACC-funded after an injury or publicly funded when referred through a public pathway. Private clinics charge a fee for other referrals.

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