A member asked:

20 year old male, abnormal ekg normal echo and stress test. is it okay to be "normal" but have abnormal ekg? doctor wants to do cta but insurance wont

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably!: Minor abnormalities (eg "T Wave abnormalities) are quite common in young people. Chances are that you have a normal heart . a CTA would be nice but is not really medically necessary, thus the Insurance Co's decision is not surprising!

Answered 8/30/2014

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Not indicated: As per guidelines it is not appropriate You may pay out of pocket if the imaging center agrees ask them

Answered 4/27/2017

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