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What Test Should I Order?

Imaging selection for adults, aligned to the ACR Appropriateness Criteria®. Answer in three taps or fewer.
Do not enter PHI. No patient names, MRNs, dates of birth, accession numbers, or dates of service. Describe the clinical question only. This tool runs entirely in your browser — nothing you type is transmitted or stored — but entering PHI is still a policy violation. Number strings longer than 5 digits are blocked automatically.
Loading… Content is an original plain-language summary of the referenced ACR Appropriateness Criteria® topic, not a reproduction of ACR rating tables. Always open the linked ACR source for the full variant list and ratings. Clinical judgment governs; this tool does not replace it.
Blocked — that looks like PHI.
Common presentations — by organ system

Patient factors (optional)

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The CMS Appropriate Use Criteria (PAMA) program has been paused since 1/1/2024. Use of this tool is voluntary quality practice, not a billing requirement.

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Educational tool — not a substitute for clinical judgment. No patient-identifiable information.