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Why was an X-ray conducted and billed for when the only study scheduled was an MRI?

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Why was an X-ray conducted and billed for when the only study scheduled was an MRI?

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If a person has had exposure to metal grinding or welding, an x-ray of the eyes is mandatory prior to having an MRI to eliminate any possibility of metal fragments in the eyes. Metal dust particles in the eye can cause cornea damage during an MRI.

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