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Our Cairns Radiology Practices

Queensland X-Ray provides radiology and medical imaging services across Cairns, with practices in Cairns City, Westcourt and Smithfield.
Our Cairns practices offer a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging services, including MRI, ultrasound, CT scans, X-ray, PET/CT, nuclear medicine, breast imaging and pregnancy imaging. Walk-in X-rays are available with a valid referral, and appointments can be requested online for other imaging services.

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Medical imaging services in Cairns

Queensland X-Ray offers a broad range of medical imaging services across the Cairns region. Your doctor will refer you for the most appropriate scan based on your symptoms, medical history and clinical needs.

MRI Cairns

Queensland X-Ray offers a broad range of medical imaging services across the Cairns region. Your doctor will refer you for the most appropriate scan based on your symptoms, medical history and clinical needs.

Queensland X-Ray offers MRI scans in Cairns at 189 Lake Street, Cairns Private Hospital and Westcourt.

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Ultrasound Cairns

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of internal body structures. It can be used for a wide range of examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, vascular, musculoskeletal, breast and pregnancy imaging.

Queensland X-Ray offers Cairns ultrasound services at 189 Lake Street, Cairns Private Hospital, Smithfield and Westcourt.

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CT Scan Cairns

A Computed Tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays and computer technology to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body. CT imaging may be used to assess the brain, chest, abdomen, pelvis, bones, blood vessels and other structures.

Queensland X-Ray offers CT scans in Cairns at 189 Lake Street, Cairns Private Hospital, Smithfield and Westcourt.

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X-ray Cairns

X-ray is one of the most common forms of medical imaging. It is often used to assess bones, joints, the chest, abdomen and other areas requested by your referring practitioner.

Walk-in X-rays are available at Queensland X-Ray practices in Cairns. You do not need an appointment for a general X-ray, but you do need to bring a valid referral.

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Pregnancy Imaging Cairns

Pregnancy imaging may be performed at different stages of pregnancy to assess your baby’s growth, development and wellbeing. Depending on your referral and pregnancy stage, this may include early pregnancy ultrasound, nuchal translucency, morphology and third trimester scans.

Queensland X-Ray offers pregnancy imaging, including pregnancy ultrasound, at 189 Lake Street and Smithfield. Some specialised scans are only available at selected accredited practices, so please check availability when booking.

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Attending you appointment

  • Most medical imaging appointments require a referral from your doctor or treating healthcare provider. If you are attending for a walk-in X-ray, you do not need to make an appointment, but you still need to bring a valid referral. Please bring:

    • Your referral

    • Your Medicare card

    • Your concession card, if applicable

    • Any relevant previous imaging or reports

    • Private health insurance details, if applicable

    Some scans require special preparation, such as fasting, drinking water or avoiding certain medication. Our team will let you know about any preparation requirements when your appointment is booked. When you arrive, our reception staff will confirm your details.

  • Queensland X-Ray provides patients with access to their images and results online through the Patient Portal. Shortly after your first visit, you will receive a text message with instructions for setting up your account. If you already have an account, you can access the Patient Portal online. Your referring doctor or practitioner will receive your report once it has been reviewed by a radiologist. 

  • Queensland X-Ray charges private fees for many medical imaging services. If you are an outpatient, payment is required in full at the end of your appointment. Billing can vary depending on the practice and service you choose.

    Bulk billing is available for several services for patients who hold a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card. Some services and interventional procedures may attract out-of-pocket costs, also known as a gap. Queensland X-Ray is unable to accept the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.

    Please ask about the cost of your scan when booking so our team can explain any fees that may apply.

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Medical Imaging Cairns FAQs

  • Yes. Most medical imaging services require a referral from your doctor or treating healthcare provider. General X-rays do not require an appointment, but you still need a valid referral.

  • Yes. Walk-in appointments are available for general X-rays at Queensland X-Ray Cairns practices. Please bring your referral and allow time for registration and your examination.

  • MRI scans in Cairns are available at 189 Lake Street, Cairns Private Hospital and Westcourt. Availability can depend on the type of MRI requested, so please confirm the most suitable practice when booking.

  • Pregnancy ultrasound is available at 189 Lake Street and Smithfield. Some specialised pregnancy scans are only offered at selected accredited practices.

  • Bulk billing is available for several outpatient services for patients who hold a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card. Some scans and procedures may still have a gap fee. Please ask our team about costs when booking.

How much will it cost? 

Fees for radiology procedures will vary depending on a variety of factors. We will advise you about the cost of your service at the time of booking, but if you do have any questions, contact us and one of our team will be happy to help with your query. You can read more about our billing information here. 

How do I access my images?

At Queensland X-Ray, we provide our patients with their images and results online. To access your images and results, you’ll need to register for an account when you visit one of our practices. If you’ve already registered, you can access the Patient Portal here.