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title: Illinois Portable X-ray Regulations
description: The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) oversees the licensing to operate x-ray machines through the Division of Research Safety (DRS).
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# [Illinois Portable X-ray Regulations](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/illinois-portable-x-ray-regulations)

 Written by [Chad Hutchison](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/author/chad-hutchison) | Dec 12, 2022 11:17:53 AM

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) oversees all regulations regarding portable x-rays. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) oversees the licensing to operate x-ray machines through the Division of Research Safety (DRS).

## X-ray License in Illinois

The IEMA runs the program for [Accreditation in Medical Radiography](https://public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp). The cost is $120, plus a 2.25% convenience fee. Here is the [Application for Initial Accreditation](https://iema.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/iema/nrs/radsafety/documents/accredappmedradtech-01-06.pdf). 

## Registering an X-ray Device

The [Illinois Administrative Code Section 320.10](https://www.ilga.gov/commission/Jcar/admincode/032/032003200000100R.html) covers the registration of all x-ray devices and states:

“Any operator of a radiation installation shall register that radiation installation with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (Agency). The operator shall register the installation, before the installation is placed in operation, on a form prescribed by the Agency.”

This can be done through the IEMA. 

## Regulations for Portable X-ray Equipment

[Regulations for portable x-ray machines in Illinois](https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/health-care-regulation/health-care-facilities/portable-x-ray.html) are also tied into Medicare for Illinois. The rules state that any diagnostic mobile x-ray tests (including those [at home](https://store.mavenimaging.com/collections/mobile-x-ray-machine)) must be under the supervision of a physician. The residence used can include a hospital or nursing home, but it cannot provide these services itself (i.e., an x-ray cannot be located in the same building). To be certified as a portable X-ray supplier, the mobile system cannot be fixed at one location or permanently stored.

Disclaimer: The information in this document is solely for reference material. Regulations change often. To be sure of the most up-to-date laws, contact your local and state agencies.

## Additional Resources

**Illinois Radiology License**

Illinois Emergency Management Agency

Division of Nuclear Safety

1035 Outer Park Drive

Springfield, Illinois 62704

(217) 785-9900

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