Carotid duplex + CIMT
Doppler imaging of both carotid arteries in the neck — plaque, narrowing and blood flow — plus a carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) measurement, an early marker of cardiovascular risk.
Doppler blood-flow imaging · Placerville, CA
Vascular ultrasound in Placerville
Doppler imaging of the carotid arteries and abdominal aorta for Placerville patients — the scans behind a cardiovascular screening. Performed at our private Roseville clinic by an ARDMS-certified sonographer and read by a board-certified radiologist within 24 hours.
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Roseville clinic · By appointment24 hrRadiologist report
ARDMSCertified sonographer
No prepFor carotid studies
ZeroFacility fees
Studies
Vascular studies for Placerville patients
No referral needed except for DVT studies.
AAA screening
Measures the abdominal aorta, the body’s largest artery, to check for an aneurysm — a weakened, widened section that usually causes no symptoms until it is large.
DVT — arms or legs
Checks the deep veins of the legs or arms for a blood clot. Because a clot can need prompt treatment, we perform DVT studies only with a referral — book online and we’ll confirm it before your visit.
What we look at
Blood flow, clearly measured
What the scans show
- Plaque and narrowing in the carotid arteries
- Carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT)
- The size of the abdominal aorta
- Speed and direction of blood flow (Doppler)
- Clots in the deep veins — with a referral
Who it’s for
- A family history of stroke or heart disease
- High blood pressure, cholesterol or blood sugar
- Current or former smokers
- Anyone monitoring a known aneurysm
- People who want a cardiovascular baseline
- Patients referred by cardiology or primary care
Close to Placerville
Vascular ultrasound near Placerville
The El Dorado County seat and a Gold Rush town once nicknamed ‘Hangtown,’ Placerville sits along Highway 50 in the Sierra foothills with a historic downtown built from that mining-era history.
- Clinic
- 951 Reserve Dr #100, Roseville — inside Smith Family Medicine
- Hours
- By appointment
- Concierge
- Home visits by appointment
Home visits: Placerville is in our local service area, so home visits book online.
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Vascular ultrasound nearby
How it works
Three steps, no surprises
1
Book online
Enter your ZIP, pick your study and choose a time. No referral needed for most studies.
2
Your scan
An ARDMS-certified sonographer performs your study in a private room and explains what she’s seeing as she goes.
3
Your report
A board-certified radiologist reads your images. The written report reaches you — and your doctor — within 24 hours.
Questions
Vascular ultrasound questions
Where do Placerville patients have their vascular ultrasound?
At our private clinic room inside Smith Family Medicine, 951 Reserve Dr #100 in Roseville. For patients who need us to come to them, we also offer concierge home visits by appointment.
Do I need to prepare?
Carotid, CIMT and DVT studies need no preparation. For an AAA screening, avoid food and drink for at least 8 hours beforehand so gas in the bowel doesn’t block the view.
Is the exam painful?
No. It is completely non-invasive. A warm gel is applied and the probe glides over the skin while the machine measures blood flow.
What is a Doppler ultrasound?
Doppler is an ultrasound technique that measures the speed and direction of blood flow. It shows narrowing, blockages and clots without needles, dye or radiation.
How long does it take?
Most vascular studies take 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the study and how many areas are examined.
Do I need a referral?
Not for carotid, CIMT or AAA studies — you can book those directly. DVT studies need a referral; — book online and we’ll confirm it before your visit.
When will I get my results?
A board-certified radiologist reads your images and the written report is delivered within 24 hours — to you, and to your physician if you like.
Does insurance cover it?
We are flat-rate cash pay with no facility fees. HSA and FSA cards are accepted, and we can give you a superbill to submit to your insurance yourself.
Book your scan today.
By appointment at 951 Reserve Dr #100, Roseville — a short drive from Placerville.
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