Stress Echocardiogram cost in Norfolk, VA
Comparing 6 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Norfolk
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $214 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
If you're self-paying for your stress echocardiogram in Norfolk, the cash price difference between the cheapest and most expensive option is about $215—roughly 20 percent of what you'd pay at the high end. That's real money, but it's a narrower gap than you'd see in many other cities, which means you're not facing wildly different quotes across your six local options. The bigger question is whether your insurance will cover most of it; call your insurance company before you call the hospitals, because your out-of-pocket cost depends far more on your deductible and copay than on which hospital you choose.
Before you schedule, call the billing department at any hospital you're considering and ask for the cash price for a stress echocardiogram—the lowest you've found is around $1,065, so you'll know immediately if they're quoting you higher. If cost is tight, ask whether they offer financial assistance; many cardiac patients qualify for help you'd never know about unless you ask. You also want to confirm with your cardiologist or the ordering doctor whether any specific hospital is preferred for your particular situation.
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 $1,065 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $1,280 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia — a 1.2x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $1,658.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Norfolk (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $1,280 is below the Virginia average of $1,658.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $1,065 | $2,662 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $1,280 | $2,559 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $1,280 | $2,559 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $1,280 | $2,559 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $1,280 | $2,559 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 12.8 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $1,280 | $2,559 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
Common questions
How much does Stress Echocardiogram cost in Norfolk, VA?
Stress Echocardiogram costs between $1,065 and $1,280 at 6 facilities near Norfolk, Virginia. The median price is $1,280. The Virginia statewide average is $1,658.
Which hospital is cheapest for Stress Echocardiogram near Norfolk?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $1,065. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Norfolk, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital) has a 4-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 →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Stress Echocardiogram near Norfolk is $215 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($1,065) and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital ($1,280).
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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 →