Cardiology in the USA

[Timocracy]

I have an ectopic heartbeat and am in the process of an airline interview and they've ask for a few tests. Holter, stress test and echo cardiogram.

I'm on holidays in the USA and the quotes I'm getting are insane ie $4k each. Does anyone know where I can get them done cheaper or will I have to fly back to Australia?

[obgraham]

If you can locate a nearby FAA AME, he might have a cardiology colleague who would cut you a better rate, since you'd be paying cash.

Try to make the contacts in person, rather than through the staff.

Are you anywhere near Canada?

[fortystripes]

Unfortunately, those three exams are kind of unavoidably expensive. The Holter not so much, but the others require skilled personnel and expensive machinery, as well as a radiologist to view the results. That tends to make things add up quickly.

If you could shop around and try to find a hospital based clinic, rather than a private practice, that should save you some cash. Hospital based practices must be not-for-profit to accept government funds.

What sort of ectopic heartbeat do you have?