Cardiac calcium scoring exam helps detect heart disease early

Reduced price of $99 in February

As part of our observance of American Heart Month, Saratoga Hospital will offer this test at the reduced price of $99 in February. The simple, painless test - known as a cardiac calcium scoring exam - can detect heart disease even before symptoms begin.

The test may make sense for individuals who have any of the following risk factors:

• Diabetes
• Family history of heart disease
• High blood pressure or high cholesterol
• Overweight by 20 percent or more
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Tobacco use
• Men over 45
• Women over 55 or women over 40 who have gone through menopause or had their ovaries removed and are not taking estrogen

This test is offered at Wilton Medical Arts. As with any test, individuals should discuss their situation with their doctor first. A physician referral is required. The exam often is not covered by insurance. 

For more information or an appointment, call 518-580-2232.