Identifying Cardiac Risks with Heart Computerized Tomography

By Beth Blank, Director of Service Line Strategy, Cardiovascular Services; and Robert Bulow, DO

Ordering a computerized heart tomography (CT) screen for your patient can assist in identifying cardiac risks that can go unnoticed in a physical exam.

A heart scan uses a specialized X-ray technology called a multidetector row or multislice computerized tomography. The scan creates multiple images that can show any plaque deposits to identify possible coronary artery disease before the patient presents with symptoms.

• Cost to the patient is $99, payable at the time of the scan.
• The Heart CT can be performed in under 30 minutes.
• Results will be sent to the ordering provider.
• A summary of the Heart CT and a copy of the radiology report will be mailed to the patient and the ordering provider within seven to 10 business days.
• In addition to the mailed documents, results will be posted to the patient’s Premier Health’s MyChart account.
• Screens are available:
  • Atrium Medical Center
  • Miami Valley Hospital
  • Miami Valley Hospital North
  • Miami Valley Hospital South
  • Upper Valley Medical Center
  • Outpatient Cardiac Testing and Rehabilitation at Medical Imaging:
    • Beavercreek

Providers can order directly from EPIC, or the patients can call central scheduling at (855) 887-7364.

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