BrookingsHeart™ Cardiovascular Screenings Being Scheduled Now

  • Fall 2023
CT Calcium Testing

Through BrookingsHeart™, patients may have a heart screening ($50), vascular screening ($50), and full lipid panel cholesterol check ($50). Because the screenings are not typically covered by insurance, patients will need to pay out-of-pocket. BrookingsHeart™ is recommended for men ages 40 and older, women ages 45 and older, or individuals with a strong family history of heart disease. Each screening includes:

Heart Screening

  • CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) test
  • Blood Pressure
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)

Vascular Screening

  • Carotid Artery Ultrasound Screening
  • Aortic Aneurysm Ultrasound Screening
  • Ankle Brachial Screen to detect Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Full Lipid Panel Cholesterol Check

  • Total Cholesterol
  • LDL Cholesterol
  • HDL Cholesterol
  • Triglycerides

Upon screening completion, an educator will review results with the patient. Education includes comparisons of the participant’s results to moderate or high-risk factors, stress management, physical activity, nutrition counseling and tobacco cessation (as needed). Results will be given to the patient. It is the patient’s responsibility to initiate follow-up examination with their primary care provider to confirm the results and to obtain advice and treatment.

No referral is required for BrookingsHeart™ screenings. Patients may schedule BrookingsHeart™ time by calling Brookings Health System at (605) 696-8888.