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Heart Check

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEART HEALTH.

Our Advanced Heart Check helps catch potential heart issues at the start–before they become a bigger problem. That means you can take action early and keep your heart going strong.

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Are you at risk?

Nothing beats a happy heart. Consider having an Advanced Heart Check if you:

Are a woman who is 55 or older or postmenopausal
Have high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes
Have had a normal Advanced Heart Check in the past 5+ years
Are a man who is 40 or older
Have used tobacco
Have a family history of heart disease
Are sedentary or overweight

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Accurate & Affordable

Our Advanced Heart Check begins with a 128-slice CT scan that provides enhanced 3-D views of the inner workings of your heart. This provides our expert cardiologists and radiologists the best means to diagnose any areas of concern.

Don’t Miss A Beat

It’s quick and easy so you can schedule a normal day of activity around the procedure. Following your test, you’ll receive a CD to view the images of your heart and a medical summary of your results. All results should be shared with your primary care physician for further consultation and recommendation.

Peace of Mind

Never has it been easier to rule out normal aches and pains and to fully understand if your heart is healthy. If you or someone you love have known risk factors for heart disease such as family history, obesity, stressed lifestyle, history of smoking, or diabetes, the Advanced Heart Check is for you.

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Advanced Heart Check Gift Cards Make A Great Gift Idea!

Advanced Heart Check gift cards are available at Baptist Medical Center South, Baptist Medical Center East, and Prattville Baptist Hospital gift shops. Please ask the gift shop volunteer for assistance when purchasing.

How to Prepare for Your Advanced Heart Check

When preparing for your Advanced Heart Check appointment, be sure to follow these directions to ensure an accurate test.

ARRIVAL

Drink 32 ounces of water one hour before your test.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your appointment time.

MEDICATION

Take your usual medications—with the exception of Viagra for 24 hours, Cialis or Levitra for 48 hours before your appointment.

Bring a current list of ALL your daily prescription and nonprescription drugs, along with the dosages OR bring all of your medications in their original containers, on the date of service.

CLOTHING

If possible, do not wear any metal objects to your appointment.

Do not wear an underwire bra.

FOOD & DRINK

Do not eat any solid foods for 3 hours before your test.

Do not have any caffeinated beverages or foods (i.e. coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks or chocolate) for 12 hours before your appointment.

ACTIVITY

Avoid all vigorous exercise for 12 hours before your appointment.

Your heart rate must be between 60-65 beats per minute for this exam. If it is greater than 80, you may be given a prescription for a BETA BLOCKER (Lopressor) and the appointment will be rescheduled.

PAYMENT

If you do not make your payment when scheduling, your payment will need to be made at the time of your appointment or the appointment will be rescheduled.

Available at
Baptist Medical Center South
Baptist Medical Center East
Prattville Baptist Hospital

If you do not have a physician order, one will be coordinated for you through the scheduling process. The Baptist Health Advanced Heart Check examinations and routine investigations have certain limitations and may not be able to detect all latent and asymptomatic diseases. All results should be shared with your primary care physician for further consultation and recommendation.