Your Guide to Medical Imaging Equipment

For imaging facilities running on a tighter budget, finding the right DR solution can be challenging. Often, long-term solutions are not feasible because of the total capital outlay involved in acquiring them. Because we've seen so many facilities wrestle with this issue, here at Block we've put plans in place to be more flexible in serving your needs.

DR panel buyers now have options outside of a standard purchase. Below, we'll share a feature comparison of two of them, DR rental and DR subscription, as well as which circumstances they fit best in.

So, you're upgrading your existing CT or MRI machine and the incoming system is from a different manufacturer than the one you've been using for years. You're planning to rent an interim system so you can avoid downtime during remodeling and installation. What you're not sure of is whether you should rent equipment from your incumbent manufacturer or from your incoming manufacturer.

When upgrading or changing manufacturers in your imaging modality we typically see, and recommend, that renters choose interim systems from their incumbent manufacturer. We'll share two reasons for this below.

When it comes to quality MRI equipment, Siemens has been a leading manufacturer for a long time. Their systems have a reputation for reliability and cutting edge technology- and the cost to buy them new reflects it. This is why we've found Siemens MRI systems to be so desirable on the secondary market and for interim rental in mobile imaging trailers.

Among the Siemens MRI systems we've worked with- selling, renting, and covering under service agreements- their Espree model has emerged as a popular favorite for users and patients alike. If you're in the market to buy or rent an MRI system, the following are several reasons why we think the Siemens Espree is an option well worth considering.

With hundreds of interim mobiles available in the US from dozens of vendors, how do you choose the right one? We're glad you asked- because not every mobile rental vendor will offer you the same quality of experience.

The following are three things to look for in an interim mobile rental provider that will set you up for better communication, better service, and a better overall rental experience.

"How much does a mobile Symphony rental cost?" is a simple, straightforward question that deserves a simple, straightforward answer. Although the markets do shift frequently, the following is a bit of a benchmark to help all you potential renters with your capital planning. We'll even throw in pricing on a few bonus systems if the Symphony isn't your final choice.

Keep reading for average rental rates on mobile Siemens Symphony MRI systems.