Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring
This safe and painless procedure is performed with an ultra-fast CT Scanner that takes multiple pictures of the moving heart. The entire procedure takes only minutes. A special computer program analyzes the images and determines the presence and amount of calcium.
Anyone with the following risk factors should consider having this test:
• Men over 45
• High blood pressure
• Women over 55
• High stress lifestyle
• Smoker or 2nd hand exposure
• Sedentary lifestyle High cholesterol
• Obesity
• Family history of Coronary Artery Disease
• Diabetes
Unfortunately, this test is currently not covered by insurance. We are pleased to offer this test at a reduced rate of $260. Payment is due at the time of service. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
No. You can schedule the screening through your physician or call us directly. However, we will need the name of your physician in order to send the results.
After the exam is reviewed by one of our expert radiologists, the results will be mailed to you and your physician.
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