An electrocardiogram (ECG) measures the heart’s electrical activity to diagnose cardiac problems. Several electrodes on the body send electrical impulses that generate line designs on paper. A technician typically performs the test, and a physician interprets the wave chart. The exam is painless and takes around 15 minutes.
Costs:
An EKG typically has two costs: the operation itself and the interpretation of the printout.
An EKG may cost between $30 and $100 for those with medical insurance that covers a percentage of the cost. For example, in Massachusetts, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care costs $32-$54 for an EKG and interpretation.
Uninsured individuals should budget between $500 and $3,000 in expenses. The average cost of an EKG is roughly $1,500, although some facilities charge as much as $2,850. Service prices are often higher in urban areas than they are in rural areas.
