Urgent Care Clinic Offering On-Site EKG Testing in Tampa, FL

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An electrocardiogram (EKG) is a quick and simple test that monitors, tracks, and records the electrical activity of the heart over a short period. The results can help a physician identify a wide range of cardiac problems and determine if further evaluation is needed.

If your healthcare provider has given you a prescription to get an EKG before you have surgery or start taking a certain medication, you are welcome to turn to South Tampa Immediate Care in Tampa, Florida. We perform EKGs—and a full complement of non-emergency urgent care services—on a walk-in basis. You can feel confident that your EKG will be read by a board-certified cardiologist, and the results will be emailed to you within 72 hours. We offer this service on a cash-only basis for $99; it is not billable through insurance.

What Does an EKG Involve?

A medical professional at South Tampa Immediate Care will place several small adhesive patches (electrodes) on the skin of your chest, arms, and legs, then connect the electrodes to an external EKG machine with lead wires. While you relax, the electrodes will capture information about the electrical activity of your heart and transmit it to the EKG machine.

When your test is complete (usually within a few minutes), the EKG machine will generate a printout of the information in graphical form along with an instant interpretation of the findings. A board-certified cardiologist will follow up with an in-depth analysis and interpretation to help ensure that any subtle abnormalities are detected.

How the Results of Your EKG Can Be Used

Your healthcare provider can use the results of your EKG to:

  • Assess your heart rhythm and determine if you have an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
  • Identify poor blood flow to your heart muscle (ischemia) due to coronary artery disease
  • Detect heart chamber enlargement or abnormal electrical conduction
  • Check the effects of certain medications on your heart

If the results of your EKG suggest a problem, your provider may order follow-up testing to further investigate the finding.

Get Your EKG Today

South Tampa Immediate Care can help with all your non-emergency healthcare needs. We are conveniently located at 602 S. Howard Ave. in Tampa, FL. Stop by today, or book your visit online. Getting an EKG at our express walk-in clinic is fast and easy.