Compare 6 nuclear medicine physicians in Madison, WI. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Nuclear Medicine Physicians
100%
Accepting patients
67%
Most common: MD
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Madison is a college town with academic medical center resources that punch well above its size. UW Health dominates the local market, and the population is younger, more educated, and more health-engaged than most comparably sized cities. The result is a healthcare environment where preventive care and wellness are the norm, not the exception.
Madison has 6 nuclear medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (67%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Downtown (Capitol Square), Williamson Street (Willy Street), Monroe Street, and Hilldale.
UW Health University Hospital sits on the west side of the isthmus near the UW-Madison campus. SSM Health St. Mary's is on the south side, and Meriter Hospital (UnityPoint) is centrally located near the Capitol. Most medical offices cluster along University Avenue, the Beltline Highway corridor, and the west side near the hospital. Parking at UW Hospital can be tight, so use the shuttle from the garage on Highland Avenue.
Nearby hospitals include UW Health University Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, and Meriter Hospital (UnityPoint Health). Local training programs run through University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is consistently ranked among the healthiest cities in the US due to high physical activity rates and healthcare access.
Quartz (formerly Physicians Plus), affiliated with UW Health, and Dean Health Plan are the dominant local carriers. Group Health Cooperative also serves the Madison market. National carriers like UnitedHealthcare and Anthem have less market share here than in Milwaukee. BadgerCare Plus enrollment is lower in Dane County than in most Wisconsin counties, reflecting the area's higher employment and income levels. 33% accept Medicare.
For a diagnostic scan, a technologist injects a small amount of radioactive tracer into your vein. After a waiting period (which varies by study), you lie on a scanning table while a camera detects the tracer's distribution in your body. The scan itself is painless. The nuclear medicine physician interprets the images and sends a report to your doctor. Radiation exposure is low and the tracer is eliminated naturally within hours to days.
UW Health uses the MyChart patient portal. If you are new to the area and coming from a different health system, request your records be sent electronically or bring printed copies. Many UW Health clinics offer same-day or next-day appointments for established patients.
You typically do not see a nuclear medicine physician directly. Your treating doctor orders nuclear medicine studies when needed. Common reasons include cancer staging (PET/CT), evaluating thyroid function, assessing blood flow to the heart (cardiac stress test), detecting bone metastases or fractures (bone scan), and evaluating kidney function. For radioactive iodine therapy for thyroid disease, you will consult with a nuclear medicine or endocrinology specialist.
PET/CT scan: $1,000-6,000 · Bone scan: $500-2,000 · Thyroid uptake scan: $200-1,000 · Cardiac nuclear stress test: $500-3,000
Madison, WI has 6 licensed nuclear medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of nuclear medicine physicians in Madison, WI are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Wisconsin residents enroll through HealthCare.gov for ACA marketplace plans. In Dane County, options include Quartz (affiliated with UW Health), Dean Health Plan, and Group Health Cooperative. BadgerCare Plus covers Medicaid-eligible residents. Many Madison employers offer Quartz or Dean plans that include the UW Health network.
A PET/CT scan costs $1,000 to $6,000. A bone scan runs $500 to $2,000. A thyroid uptake scan costs $200 to $1,000. A cardiac nuclear stress test ranges from $500 to $3,000. Actual costs in Madison, WI depend on the provider and your insurance plan. PET scans almost always require prior authorization. Ensure the imaging center is in-network and that authorization is obtained before the study. Outpatient imaging centers may offer lower costs than hospital-based facilities.
UW Health is the dominant system in Madison, operating the university hospital, dozens of clinics, and the American Family Children's Hospital. SSM Health and UnityPoint (Meriter) offer alternatives. For most specialty care, UW Health will be the primary option. If your insurance does not include UW Health, SSM and Meriter cover a wide range of primary and acute care needs.
33% of nuclear medicine physicians in Madison, WI accept Medicare. Medicare covers nuclear medicine studies when medically indicated. PET scans for cancer require prior authorization and must meet specific clinical criteria. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some nuclear medicine physicians in Madison, WI accept BadgerCare Plus, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers nuclear medicine studies in all states when medically necessary. Prior authorization is standard for PET scans and expensive studies. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm BadgerCare Plus participation before scheduling.
UW Health is the largest and most comprehensive system, but SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Meriter both operate in Madison. For complex specialty care, oncology, and transplants, UW Health is typically the referral destination. Primary care and many surgical procedures are available at all three systems.
Madison has a relatively strong supply of therapists compared to most cities its size. UW Health Behavioral Health, Journey Mental Health Center, and many private practices accept new patients. Check whether your plan includes Quartz or Dean network providers, as that will determine your in-network options.
Top accepted carriers in Madison, WI include medicare, centene, and unitedhealthcare.
Nuclear medicine studies are covered under diagnostic imaging benefits. PET/CT scans almost always require prior authorization from your insurance company. Studies must be deemed medically necessary. Some insurers restrict PET scan coverage to specific cancer types or clinical scenarios. Verify authorization before the study to avoid unexpected costs.