Visit to a cardiologist. How much does this specialist’s private service cost?

Prices for private cardiology services vary by country. This is clearly seen in the example of the Mazovian Voivodeship, where the cost of a consultation ranges from PLN 180-500. In other regions, these “discrepancies” are somewhat smaller and usually amount to several tens of zlotys. However, it is worth noting that the cost of a visit often includes not only a “meeting” with a doctor. You must also “add” a fee for running diagnostic tests.

Price list of basic cardiological examinations

During a standard visit, the doctor may prescribe additional tests to better assess the patient’s condition and identify the causes of his complaints. Indications for a visit to a specialist may include: pressure problems, chest pain, or difficulty breathing. The question arises: how much will you have to pay for the implementation of basic diagnostic procedures? Here is the current price list:

• ECG (electrocardiography) costs from PLN 30 to 180,

• heart echo – from PLN 130 to PLN 400,

• Holter ECG - from PLN 130 to PLN 550 (the price depends on the duration of the examination),

• load test – from PLN 100 to PLN 250.

Sometimes a cardiologist also prescribes a blood test to expand the diagnosis. chest x-ray and blood tests. For their implementation, you usually have to pay from several tens to several hundred zlotys.

How often should you visit a cardiologist?

Preventive cardiac examinations worth doing every year. Regular monitoring of the heart will allow you to identify possible violations when the disease has not yet fully developed and causes serious and often irreversible damage. The frequency of return visits largely depends on the general health and well-being of the patient. Do not underestimate any alarm signals from the body. It is also worth remembering that diseases such as hypertension or diabetes increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.