Chest pain and Echocardiogram
Experiencing Chest Pain? Don’t Wait – Get Your Echocardiogram Done ASAP
Chest pain is one of the most alarming symptoms a person can experience. While it can sometimes be harmless, it can also signal serious, life-threatening heart problems such as coronary artery disease, valve disorders, or heart muscle dysfunction.
When you experience chest pain, your doctor will likely recommend an echocardiogram — a quick, non-invasive ultrasound of the heart that helps identify structural or functional heart problems.
The Problem with Insurance Delays
If you have insurance with a high deductible or coinsurance, getting an echocardiogram often isn’t as simple as scheduling the test. Insurance companies frequently require pre-authorization, which can delay testing for days or even weeks.
Meanwhile, your anxiety grows, and your symptoms might worsen — or a serious condition could go undiagnosed.
Even worse, after waiting for authorization, many patients discover they still owe hundreds of dollars out of pocket due to deductibles or coinsurance responsibilities. In other words, you wait and pay a significant amount anyway.
The Smarter Option: Self-Pay Echocardiogram
At 14th Street Medical Arts, we offer a self-pay echocardiogram for just $200 — with same or next-day appointments available.
Benefits of choosing self-pay:
✅ No waiting for insurance authorization – get answers fast
✅ Know your cost upfront – avoid surprise medical bills
✅ Peace of mind – rule out serious heart conditions right away
✅ Affordable pricing – often cheaper than what you’d pay after insurance processes your claim
Why an Echocardiogram is Essential for Chest Pain
An echocardiogram can quickly identify or rule out serious causes of chest pain, such as:
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Weakening or thickening of the heart muscle
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Valve problems (leaks or blockages)
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Fluid around the heart
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Abnormal heart pumping function
If your echocardiogram is normal, you can relieve your anxiety knowing your heart is healthy. If it shows something abnormal, you can start treatment immediately, avoiding dangerous delays.
Don’t Wait – Take Control of Your Health
Your heart health is too important to leave in the hands of insurance bureaucracy. Book your self-pay echocardiogram at 14th Street Medical Arts today, and get the peace of mind you deserve — fast.
Contact us now for same or next-day availability.
