Stress Echocardiogram cost in Alexandria, VA
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Before you schedule
You're looking at stress echocardiograms in Alexandria, and here's what matters most right now: the cash price for this procedure swings wildly — from around $944 to nearly $3,720 depending on which hospital you choose. That's almost a four-fold difference for the same test. The median price hovers near $1,389, which means half the hospitals charge less and half charge more. If your insurance hasn't fully explained what you'll owe out-of-pocket, or if you're uninsured or considering self-pay, this range is significant enough that a few phone calls could save you hundreds of dollars.
Here's what to do before you schedule: call the billing department at whichever hospital your cardiologist recommended and ask for the cash price for a stress echocardiogram — don't assume their gross charges tell you what you'd actually pay. Once you have that number, call at least one or two other hospitals in Alexandria and compare. If cost is a real concern, ask whether the hospital offers financial assistance based on income; some do, and you won't know unless you ask directly.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Stress Echocardiogram?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Stress Echocardiogram costs between $944 and $3,719 at 9 facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $1,658.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fauquier Hospital | $944 | $2,361 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $1,389 | $2,778 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $1,389 | $2,778 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $1,389 | $2,778 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $1,389 | $2,778 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $3,099 | $6,198 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $3,719 | $6,198 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | — | — | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | — | — | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
Common questions
How much does Stress Echocardiogram cost in Alexandria, VA?
Stress Echocardiogram costs between $944 and $3,719 at 9 facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. The median price is $1,389. The Virginia statewide average is $1,658.
Which hospital is cheapest for Stress Echocardiogram near Alexandria?
Fauquier Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $944. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 62.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Alexandria, the lowest-priced facility (Fauquier Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Reston Hospital Center) has a 3-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →