Pulmonary stress test
Hospital Reported Prices for Candler Hospital
The price that Candler Hospital has reported for Pulmonary stress test varies depending on if you would be paying in cash or if you are part of an insurance plan that has a pre-negotiated rate. Choose whether to view cash prices or insurance prices to get started.
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- Your Summary of Benefits and Coverage statement from your health insurance plan. If you don't have a paper copy, this is often also available online through your health insurance company's website.
- Your remaining deductible amount for this year for your insurance plan. Many insurance plans require you to pay a certain amount out of pocket before the insurance kicks in. This amount is called the deductible and is different for each insurance plan.
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Where do these prices come from?This calculation is an estimate based on the insurer negotiated price reported by Candler Hospital on their price transparency website and the insurance information that you have entered.
Your care needs may be different than what is covered by the price listed by the provider. To make sure that this is what the provider will actually charge you, you need to contact Candler Hospital so that your price and insurance eligibility can be confirmed by the provider.
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We display prices that are listed on the provider's price transparency page. We have not been able to locate a negotiated rate for your insurance plan, so you will need to contact Candler Hospital directly for a price estimate.
- Phone number: (912) 819-6000
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As part of the US Government's Price Transparency Final Rule, hospitals are required to publish rates that they have negotiated with insurance plans. Our goal is to make it easy to compare those prices, but we are limited by the data made available by the provider.
If Candler Hospital has additional rates available that we don't have listed, please let us know.
More Information
What is a Pulmonary Stress Test?
A pulmonary stress test is a diagnostic procedure used to assess how well the lungs of a person are functioning. By studying the response of the lungs to exercise, the doctor can identify any conditions or respiratory issues.
Why Would I Get a Pulmonary Stress Test?
You may be referred for a pulmonary stress test by your doctor if you have symptoms of shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chest pain or any other concerning respiratory symptoms. The doctor may also recommend a stress test in order to check the progress of an existing condition.
What Happens During a Pulmonary Stress Test?
During the procedure, the patient is asked to carry out an exercise such as walking on a treadmill or pedalling a stationary bike. The exercise is increased in intensity in small increments. The doctor monitors the patient's reaction and measures the oxygen levels in their blood. The whole procedure usually takes about 20 minutes.
What to Expect After a Pulmonary Stress Test?
Immediately after the test, the patient may feel short of breath or tired. However, this should pass quickly. The doctor will analyse the results and will be able to provide a diagnosis or treatment plan if necessary.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a pulmonary stress test is a quick and simple procedure used to assess how well the lungs are functioning. It can help diagnose existing conditions or check the progress of an existing treatment plan. After the procedure, the patient may feel a little short of breath or tired, but it should pass quickly.
