An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a procedure where stickers and wires are attached to the chest and an electrical heart tracing is produced.
An ECG is a non-invasive, painless and safe procedure that doesn’t require any preparation.
What to expect?
To access this service, you must have a referral from a medical provider - Appointment preferred.
To make a booking, call booking enquiries on 5320 4201 or fax a referral to 5320 4713. Referrals can also be emailed to diagnostic@bhs.org.au
The patient name, date of birth, phone number and address must be included on the referral if using fax or email – You will be contacted via mail or phone call as appropriate, with the appointment details.
What does an ECG cost?
This is a Medicare rebateable service, which is bulk billed and no additional fees are charged.
Ballarat Base Hospital
Location
1 Drummond Street North
Ballarat VIC 3350
Phone
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 5 pm
Fax
(03) 5320 4713
diagnostic@bhs.org.au
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