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When a professional athlete goes down with an injury, the next steps happen fast. Before fans have even finished replaying the moment, the player is already getting an MRI — and often has a diagnosis within hours.
Just this spring, major league baseball stars like Jose Siri and Luis Gil were diagnosed with leg and shoulder injuries through MRI scans, guiding their treatment plans without delay.
What most people don't realize is this: you don't need to be a pro to get that kind of care.
Thanks to TaylorMED MRI, with state-of-the-art imaging centers in Farmington, Murray, Lindon and St. George, everyone can have access to the same advanced diagnostic technology used by elite athletes — no insurance, no referral, no waiting weeks for approval.
When time matters, so does access
Injuries don't wait for paperwork. Whether you've twisted your knee playing pickleball, strained your shoulder moving boxes, or just can't figure out what's causing that nagging back pain, an MRI offers unmatched clarity. And the sooner you get one, the sooner you can start healing.
TaylorMED MRI offers same-day appointments and results are typically back in 24 hours. That's way faster than most insurance-based systems — and it's exactly how top athletes stay ahead of the game.
Skip the red tape — and the high deductible
Most insurance plans require you to jump through hoops before approving an MRI. That usually means weeks of physical therapy and multiple doctor visits. With many insurance plans, there is also a hefty deductible you'll need to hit first.
TaylorMED MRI flips the model. Pricing is upfront and simple: just $399 for most scans, or $499 for brain imaging – a fraction of what hospitals or insurance-based clinics charge — and there's no surprise bill later.
High-tech, high-quality and no hassle
TaylorMED uses hospital-grade 1.5T MRI technology, the same strength and quality used in pro sports facilities and university hospitals. Every scan is read by a board-certified radiologist and you get a copy of your images and report to share with your doctor, physical therapist, chiropractor or attorney.
And TaylorMED doesn't require a prescription from a doctor. Whether you're suffering from a recent injury or something that has been bothering you for a while, you can find out the source of your pain in short order.
Real people, real results
"I scheduled online and had my scan the next day," says a recent patient. "The MRI caught a small meniscus tear in my knee that the urgent care doctor missed. Because I didn't have to wait on insurance, I got into PT the same week."
That kind of rapid diagnosis — the kind usually reserved for major league athletes — is now available to anyone. No VIP pass needed.
A changing landscape for medical imaging
As high-deductible health plans become more common, more patients may begin exploring direct-pay medical services — whether for MRIs, lab work, or even surgical procedures.
For now, facilities like TaylorMed MRI offer a clear alternative: a way to access high-quality imaging at a fraction of the cost, without the complexity of insurance.
And as patients like Jensen have found, sometimes paying less is just a smarter decision — no insurance required.
To schedule a scan, at www.taylormedmri.com or call 385-831-7674 for same-day appointments.
