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This condition occurs when the blood places excessive pressure on the wall of the arteries; it is also called hypertension.
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This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
A visit with a primary care physician to evaluate your blood pressure and determine the best course of treatment
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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.
Before you measure your blood pressure:
Sit in a chair with your back supported. Your legs should be uncrossed, and your feet on the floor. Your arm should be supported so that your upper arm is at heart level. Roll up your sleeve so that your arm is bare. You or your health care provider will wrap the blood pressure cuff snugly around your upper arm. The lower edge of the cuff should be 1 inch above the bend of your elbow. The procedure may be done two or more times. Your health care provider will do a physical exam to look for signs of heart disease, damage to the eyes, and other changes in your body. Tests may also be done to look for:
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.
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.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
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An electrocardiogram is a recording of the electrical activity of the heart. It may be called an EKG or ECG. This care bundle includes a visit with a specialist before and after the test.
A test that uses both a heart stress test and ultrasound to diagnose problems with your heart and coronary arteries.
This is a condition when you have too much ‘bad’ cholesterol, or fat, circulating in your blood.
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