CT – Computed Tomography Scan – a dense scan used primarily to discover bleeds on the brain. It does not have sufficient detail to describe the scope of brain injury. (Covered by most insurance. All Hospitals have this imaging device.)

• MRI – Magnetic Resonance Imaging to detect finer detail, tears, lesions on the brain, or past injury. (Covered by most Insurance, Most hospitals have MRI capacity.)

• fMRI – fMRI creates the images or brain maps of brain functioning by setting up, and utilizing an advanced MRI scanner in such a way that increased blood flow to the activated areas of the brain shows up on the MRI scans. The MRI scanners do not actually detect blood flow, or other metabolic processes. You may have to go to a radiologist specialty clinic for this type of scan. (Each Radiology Clinic sets its own guidelines for Insurance coverage. Many do not take FEDERAL HEALTH INSURANCE. This imaging device is not found in all hospitals).

• SPECT – Single Photon Emission Computer Topography – An advanced Brain Scan that detects the actual functioning of the brain as it is happening – 3-D imaging – the most advanced forensic proof of scope of damage to your brain. SPECT is from Siemens Technology – German – under a USA Subsidiary. SPECT Brain Scan requires a referral from a PCP, Neurologist, or Neuropsych. Brain Scans can be used in your lawsuit as forensic evidence not related to a subjective opinion on Psychological performance. SPECT imaging can be used to to prove the Traumatic Brain Injury, and lasting damage to the brain functioning. A Personal Injury law firm should pay for developing the case. You may have to go to a radiologist specialty clinic. This imaging device is not found in all hospitals.