About the PET Center

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

In order to provide the highest quality PET imaging of the heart at an affordable price, yet still offer the expertise of K. Lance Gould M.D., the Weatherhead PET Center for Preventing and Reversing Atherosclerosis has established the following levels of service and payment options:

Plan 1---PET Scan and comprehensive lifestyle and medical assessment by K. Lance Gould M.D.  – $3000

This plan includes a detailed medical and lifestyle evaluation, the PET scan and personal review of the results with Dr. Gould followed by a detailed treatment plan. The consultation with Dr. Gould includes a comprehensive review of medical history, medications, symptoms, diet, exercise regimen and lifestyle. A full written report is sent to the patient and to other physicians as requested.
A portion of these charges may be reimbursed by insurance but due to the uncertainty of the reimbursement, payment is required at the time of service. Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card.

Plan 2--- PET scan only for patients with established heart disease and Medicare coverage. 

Patients with established heart disease on Medicare may be referred by their private physician for PET imaging. Charges will be billed to Medicare but patients will be responsible for their deductible and for the remainder of the charges not reimbursed by Medicare. K. Lance Gould MD is not a Medicare provider for PET Imaging; therefore this plan will not include a consultation with him.  A report of the PET will be sent to the referring physician.

Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover the costs of PET for  patients having only the risk factors for heart disease such as family history, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes or chest pain.
 

For further information, please call the Weatherhead PET Center for Preventing and Reversing Atherosclerosis at (713) 500-6611.