Foreign Object Detection at Reddy Urgent Care
Walk in for same-day foreign object X-ray assessment — no referral needed.
Find Nearst LocationOverview
If a foreign object such as glass, metal, or bone fragment is suspected inside the body or embedded in tissue, X-ray imaging can help locate it. At Reddy Urgent Care, our on-site digital X-ray allows our providers to assess and guide appropriate management the same day.
Symptoms We Treat
- Known or suspected swallowed object
- Foreign object embedded in skin or soft tissue
- Glass or metal in a wound that isn’t visible
- Suspected bone fragment in tissue
- Pain at a wound site suggesting retained foreign material
How We Treat It At Reddy Urgent Care
Walk-In — No Appointment Needed
Simply walk in during our operating hours. No referral or scheduled appointment is required to be seen by our medical team.
Same-Day Care
We evaluate, diagnose, and treat most conditions the same day you visit so you can get back to feeling your best as quickly as possible.
Care for All Ages
Our providers treat patients of all ages — from infants and children to adults and seniors — under one roof.
Most Insurance Accepted
We accept most major insurance plans, Medi-Cal, and Medicare. We verify your benefits before treatment and inform you of any costs upfront.
Types Of Foreign Object Detection We Treat
- Embedded metallic object
Metal fragments from workplace or accident injuries.
- Glass in wound
Glass is visible on X-ray and can be located accurately.
- Swallowed object
Assessment of object location in the oesophagus or stomach.
- Bone fragment
Small bone fragments from fractures embedded in soft tissue.
When to Go to the Emergency Room Instead
Go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if you or someone with you has:
- Swallowed object causing difficulty breathing or swallowing (go to ER)
- Object impaled in the eye or head (go to ER)
- Foreign object in the chest or abdomen following stab wound (go to ER)
If you are unsure, go to the ER. It is always better to be safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
No appointment is needed. Walk in any time during our operating hours and we will see you promptly.
We accept most major insurance plans, Medi-Cal, and Medicare. We verify your coverage before treatment begins and inform you of any out-of-pocket costs upfront.
Most visits are completed within 30–60 minutes depending on the complexity of your condition and any testing required.
Go to the ER for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness. For everything else, urgent care is faster and more affordable.
Yes. We provide care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, and adults.
