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Ultrasound of the head/​neck

The salivary glands as well as the size and structure of the thyroid gland can be examined with a special high-resolution ultrasonic probe. Swellings of the neck lymph nodes and carotid artery (carotid artery duplex) can be visualised and evaluated.

About the appointment

We offer this examination at the following locations in Vienna.
  • All examinations
  • 7 days/week
  • All insurers
  • Immediate appointment
  • Personal consultation with a doctor
  • KFA, private free-choice physician, private
  • Just stop by
  • Friendly atmosphere
  • All insurers

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Requirements for an ultrasound of the head/neck

  • Please bring your e‑card and referral from your doctor to the examination.
  • Any previous findings are also to be submitted.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early to your appointment.

Important information

  • No special preparation is required for an ultrasound performed in this bodily area.

Procedure for an ultrasound of the head/neck

  • An ultrasound of the head/​neck takes between 5 and 15 minutes.
  • It is completely painless.
  • The patient assumes a lying or sitting position.
  • A gel is applied to the bodily region to be examined.
  • The radiologist slides the ultrasonic probe over the examination area as ultrasonic images are captured.

Waiting time for an appointment

Schnelle Termine möglich.

Schnelle Termine möglich.

Schnelle Termine möglich.

Costs & reimbursement

Direktverrechnung mit allen gesetzlichen Krankenkassen.

Direktverrechnung mit allen gesetzlichen Krankenkassen.

Direktverrechnung mit der KFA und Wahlarzt für alle anderen gesetzlichen Krankenkassen (ÖGK, SVS und BVAEB).

In jedem Fall können unsere Honorarnoten bei allen Privatversicherungen, die ambulante Leistungen abdecken, eingereicht werden.