Richardson, TX Stress Test Cost Comparison

Envision Imaging

Certified Provider

NewChoiceHealth

Accredited Provider

NewChoiceHealth

17 Locations Around Richardson

(817) 321-0453

Facility Name	Address	City	Phone Number
Envision Imaging of Allen	1111 Raintree Cir, Suite 100	Allen	(972) 747-8300
Envision Imaging of Bedford	1600 Central Drive, Suite 195	Bedford	(817) 424-5872
Envision Imaging of Cleburne	203 Walls Drive, Suite 101	Cleburne	(817) 517-2600
Envision Imaging of Dallas	12201 Merit Dr., Suite 100	Dallas	(972) 747-8300
Envision Imaging of Desoto	3920 W. Wheatland Rd., Suite 120	Dallas	(972) 820-0050
Envision Imaging of Frisco	3211 Internet Blvd, Suite 120	Frisco	(972) 747-8300
Envision Imaging of Hunters Row	710 Hunters Row Court	Mansfield	(817) 453-7444
Envision Imaging of Las Colinas	925 W. Royal Lane, Suite 100	Irving	(817) 424-5872
Envision Imaging of McKinney	1800 N. Lake Forest Drive, Suite 100	McKinney	(972) 747-8300
Envision Imaging of North Arlington	801 Road to Six Flags West, Suite 106	Arlington	(817) 424-5872
Envision Imaging of North Fort Worth	10840 Texas Health Trail, Suite 140	Fort Worth	(817) 424-5872
Envision Imaging of Plano	6957 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 1100	Plano	(972) 747-8300
Envision Imaging of South Arlington	4601 Matlock Road	Arlington	(817) 375-3170
Envison Imaging at Camp Bowie	3400 Camp Bowie Blvd., Suite 100	Fort Worth	(817) 885-7739
Envison Imaging at Pennsylvania	815 Pennsylvania Ave	Fort Worth	(817) 321-0300
Envison Imaging at Southlake	525 E. Southlake Blvd.	Southlake	(817) 424-5872
Envison Imaging of Hulen	2911 Oak Park Circle	Fort Worth	(817) 207-9600

• Stress Test Types in Richardson
• Stress Test Providers in Richardson

Stress Test Patient Preparation

Do not eat or drink for three hours prior to the procedure. This reduces the likelihood of nausea that may accompany strenuous exercise after a heavy meal. If you are a diabetic, make sure you let your doctor know ahead of time so you can get specific instructions regarding your insulin prior to your Stress Test. A good rule of thumb for Insulin Dependent Diabetics is to eat a small meal 4 hours prior to your test and then take your insulin. For Non-Insulin Diabetics, eat a light meal 4 hours prior to your test and then take your oral medication. It is important to monitor your glucose levels prior to the test. Your glucose should be less than 150. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are suitable for exercise. Avoid tobacco, alcohol, caffeine and other stimulants a few days prior to the test in that they may affect the results of your test. Avoid skin oils and lubricants prior to the test in that it may inhibit the test electrodes from sticking to your skin. Check with your doctor but most likely heart medicines will need to be stopped one or two days prior to the test. Discuss all medications or herbal supplements you are taking prior to the test. Some of these may alter your test results and your physician and the technician should be aware of what you take prior to the test. Bring a list of all your medications with you for review by the facility.

What to expect during and after a Stress Test

A Stress Test is a relatively painless procedure. The only discomfort may be associated with the exercise performed in order to put the heart under stress and possibly the adhesives used to attach the electrical leads, electrodes, to your chest. The exam does not produce electricity, but simply records the electrical activity produced by a patient's heart. The overall preparation and test will take approximately 60 minutes not including waiting time. When the test is ready to be run a technician will bring the EKG machine to the patient and attach the leads onto the patient's chest with small stickers. Prior to starting to exercise, the technician will perform an EKG test to measure your heart rate and blood pressure at rest. Upon completion, you will be asked to run on a treadmill or pedal a stationary bike to increase your heart rate. The EKG test will be on and monitored at regular intervals by the technician during your exercise. It is important to tell the technician if you feel chest, arm, or jaw pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, dizzy, lightheaded, or any other unusual symptoms. You will be asked to exercise until you feel exhausted or for about 10 to 12 minutes.

After the test you will cool down by walking or pedaling slowly for a few minutes. The EKG test will continue to be on to monitor your heart until all levels return to normal. Your EKG results will be interpreted by a trained doctor and then discussed with you directly.