I need a procedure

Checklist

• Place an order (call or see table below for help finding the right order)
• Call or page the appropriate division to discuss the case:
  • MRN (have ready or include in your page)
  • NPO status
  • Allergies, especially contrast
  • Consentability
  • Sedation needs
  • Coagulation issues

For most procedures, we require platelets > 50 and INR < 1.5. Call us to discuss exceptions or recommendations in difficult cases.

Who to call

After hours non-VIR emergencies: Weekend PM, night, holiday

For after hours cases that do not require emergent overnight intervention, please call after 7:30am the following morning.

681-4422

VIR emergencies

970-7930 (pager)
Please include the patient's MRN!

IR does NOT perform LPs, abscess drains or arthrocentesis - for these, refer to the table above for the appropriate department, or call 681-4422 after hours.

IR order IMG codes