FAQs

Bulk billing is a payment option under the Australian Medicare system where health professionals bill Medicare directly for a medical service that you receive. This means you won’t be out of pocket for the service as the payment is entirely covered by Medicare.

Yes, Emerald Cardiac is a bulk billing practice for referred patients. We provide a range of bulk billed cardiac services.

An echocardiogram, or echo, is an ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of your heart, helping to assess its size, shape, and function.

A stress echocardiogram involves capturing ultrasound images of your heart at rest and immediately following exercise, typically on a treadmill. The test helps determine how well your heart and blood vessels are working.

A Holter monitor is a portable device worn for 24 or 48 hours, or even up to 30 days, to record your heart’s activity throughout the day and night. This can help diagnose irregular heart rhythms that may not show up at the moment of a typical ECG test.

Our 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring service involves wearing a small device that automatically measures your blood pressure at regular intervals over a full 24-hour period. This provides a comprehensive view of how your blood pressure changes throughout the day and night.

Come with a valid referral from your GP or specialist, and any relevant medical records or lists of current medications. If you’re scheduled for tests that involve physical activity, wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Bring your Medicare card, DVA card, pension card, or private health insurance details if applicable.

For further information about our services or to book a consultation, you can call us at 02 7229 2454 or email us at info@emeraldcardiac.com.au.

In the event of a cardiac emergency, it’s crucial to seek immediate medical attention. Dial 000 right away for emergency services.

While Emerald Cardiac is a comprehensive cardiology practice, we are not an emergency care facility. In a cardiac emergency, please dial 000 immediately.

Common signs of a cardiac emergency may include chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cold sweats, nausea, light-headedness, and discomfort in other areas of the upper body such as the arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach. If you or someone else is showing these signs, call 000 immediately.

If you experience chest pain or any other symptoms of a cardiac emergency during clinic hours, please do not wait or try to reach our clinic. Call 000 immediately for emergency medical assistance.

Bulk billing is a payment option under the Australian Medicare system where health professionals bill Medicare directly for a medical service that you receive. This means you won’t be out of pocket for the service as the payment is entirely covered by Medicare.

Yes, Emerald Cardiac is a bulk billing practice for referred patients. We provide a range of bulk billed cardiac services.

An echocardiogram, or echo, is an ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of your heart, helping to assess its size, shape, and function.

A stress echocardiogram involves capturing ultrasound images of your heart at rest and immediately following exercise, typically on a treadmill. The test helps determine how well your heart and blood vessels are working.

A Holter monitor is a portable device worn for 24 or 48 hours, or even up to 30 days, to record your heart’s activity throughout the day and night. This can help diagnose irregular heart rhythms that may not show up at the moment of a typical ECG test.

Our 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring service involves wearing a small device that automatically measures your blood pressure at regular intervals over a full 24-hour period. This provides a comprehensive view of how your blood pressure changes throughout the day and night.

Come with a valid referral from your GP or specialist, and any relevant medical records or lists of current medications. If you’re scheduled for tests that involve physical activity, wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Bring your Medicare card, DVA card, pension card, or private health insurance details if applicable.

For further information about our services or to book a consultation, you can call us at 02 7229 2454 or email us at info@emeraldcardiac.com.au.