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Could a neurologist order a "bone scintigraphy scan"?

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Yes: Any physician with appropriate reason for ordering bone scintigraphy can prescribe the test.

Answered 12/21/2013

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