ECG Test Price in Philippines Hospitals

Heart tests provide early detection of a disease. Through ECG, doctors can easily point out if there is a problem with your heart. Find out more about the rates of ECG in hospitals and diagnostic centers.

Price of ECG

In the Philippines, the price of ECG can range from as low as Php 250 to Php 1,250 which depends on current hospital charges. It may be availed as a singular test or as part of a package. Both private and public hospitals have ECG units to serve their patients.

Hospitals With ECG

Almost all hospitals have ECG test available. It is usually a part of the cardiology unit of the facility. In most cases, a walk in patient can simply request for an EKG test schedule.

Read: Hospital Directory

12 Lead ECG Test

One type of the test is called 12L ECG. This involves 12 nodes attached to the body for proper monitoring. The price may start from Php 400 and above.

Rates in Hospitals

For convenience, go to an ECG test clinic near you.

Most hospitals have their ECG or EKG facilities. But you can also avail the service from diagnostic clinics and government based centers whenever the machine is available.

In terms of discounts, you may use your senior citizen ID or PWD id. Philhealth may be useful in other types of heart diagnostic services and surgery.

See: Philhealth Coverage

Hospitals already provide some of the cheapest ECG prices. However, diagnostic centers and clinics may also offer them at an affordable rate. You may even get a free test among LGU programs available in your area.

HMO Accredited

Most hospitals are accredited by HMO or health cards. However, the ECG procedure may not be covered all the time. Depending on your package, this test will only be covered if it is included in at least the annual check up that comes with your plan.

Health cards may cover the price of the test depending on the current policy that you have. Some health insurance programs also cover annual check ups including ECG test.

What is ECG

ECG stands for Electrocardiogram. Some people may refer to it as EKG. The test is used to diagnose any potential heart disease. It looks for any abnormalities in the electrical activities of the heart.

Release of Results

The release of result for this test is much faster than most heart diagnostics. In some hospitals, you can get the results after a day. However, it will depend on the schedule provided by the hospital itself and some facilities can provide the results in a few days.

What is a Normal Reading

Only the medical staff and doctor will provide readings for the ECG test. A normal reading will be indicated in the results if there are no suspicious activities of your heart. A patient may need other heart tests depending on the test results.

References: NHS

Last Updated on March 17, 2024 by Medical Pinas