As of September 1, citizens may undergo MRI examinations without a… (врач · направление · медицинский)
As of September 1, citizens may undergo MRI examinations without a referral from their treating physician when receiving medical services in non-state medical organizations outside the framework of the state guarantee program for free medical assistance. The Deputy Minister clarified that indications and contraindications for MRI are determined by the radiologist.
Consensus
- MRI scans will be available without a doctor's referral starting September 1, 2026
- This change applies only to private clinics, not state-funded healthcare facilities
- The decision is based on an order from the Ministry of Health
Points of divergence
- MRI without referral will be possible in private clinics only, and will be conducted outside the scope of the state guarantees program — vesti
- The change allows MRI without referral for patients in both public and private clinics, with no mention of restrictions to private clinics or state guarantees — interfax
Coverage (2 sources)
- Russian Health Ministry: MRI Without Doctor's Referral Will Only Be Possible in Private Clinics — Вести
- In Russia, MRI scans will be available without a doctor's referral starting September — Интерфакс