SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER, LA – In recognition of Heart Month, Willis Knighton Heart & Vascular Institute is offering special pricing on coronary calcium scans throughout February. This noninvasive 10-minute screening helps detect calcium buildup in the coronary arteries, a key indicator of coronary artery disease (CAD), which affects more than 18 million adults in the U.S.
A coronary calcium scan is the most accurate screening tool for detecting calcium deposits in the arteries and assessing heart attack risk. The test combines CT imaging with an EKG to determine whether calcium buildup is present.
Special Pricing Details
For the month of February, Willis Knighton is offering a reduced rate of $50 for the scan:
- $25 for the procedure
- $25 for the radiologist reading fee
Where to Get a Coronary Calcium Scan
Scans will be available at the following Willis Knighton locations:
- Willis Knighton North
- Willis Knighton Pierremont
- WK Portico
- WK Bossier Pavilion
How to Schedule an Appointment
- A physician referral is required to schedule a scan.
- Limited appointments are available Monday through Saturday.
- To take advantage of this special pricing, contact your primary care physician or cardiologist.
For those needing a cardiologist referral, call:
- Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology: (318) 212-3858
- Willis Knighton Cardiology: (318) 631-6400
Early detection is key to preventing heart attacks and managing heart disease. Take charge of your heart health this Heart Month with a coronary calcium scan at Willis Knighton.