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Heart Ultrasound for Birth Defects

Procedure Overview

This test uses ultrasound (sound waves) to create images of the heart.

How Are These Numbers Calculated?

The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.

Cost Overview

National Average

$ 1,086

Florida State Average

1,875

Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.

Cost Breakdowns

Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.

Heart Ultrasound for Birth Defects

This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.

STEP 1
Heart Ultrasound for Birth Defects

A test that uses sound waves (ultrasound) to create images of the heart and evaluate birth defects

NATIONAL

$ 1,086

State ()

NA

TOTAL

NATIONAL

$ 1,086

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What to Expect

Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.

About this Procedure

TTE is the type of echocardiogram that most people will have.

  • A trained sonographer performs the test. A heart doctor (cardiologist) interprets the results.
  • An instrument called a transducer is placed on your ribs near the breast bone and directed toward the heart. This device releases high-frequency sound waves. Images will be taken at other locations as well, including underneath and slightly to the left of your nipple and in the upper abdomen.
  • The transducer picks up the echoes of sound waves and transmits them as electrical impulses. The echocardiography machine converts these impulses into moving pictures of the heart. Still pictures are also taken.
  • A Doppler echocardiogram records the motion of blood through the heart.

An echocardiogram allows doctors to see the heart beating. It also shows the heart valves and other structures. In some cases, your lungs, ribs, or body tissue may prevent the sound waves and echoes from providing a clear picture of heart function. If this is a problem, the sonographer may inject a small amount of liquid (contrast) through an IV to better see the inside of the heart.

How to Prepare

Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.

On the Day of the Procedure

What to Ask

To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.

Questions to Ask Your Provider

  • When will I get the results of this test?

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