We offer a wide range of testing options at our clinics to help evaluate different aspects of your heart and cardiovascular health. You can explore our all testing option in our website. But sometimes some testing options don’t always catch every heart issue. That is why Premier Choice Cardiology offers additional diagnostic tests to take a closer look at your heart rhythm and pacemaker function.
Our diagnostic services go beyond routine cardiac testing. We offer several additional tests to help our cardiology team evaluate your heart during exercise and investigate rhythm changes. One of the following options may be recommended based on your individual needs.
Having a pacemaker means relying on a small device to do a vital job every single second. A pacemaker function study is a routine checkup that allows us to evaluate your device’s battery strength. It verifies that the lead wires are conducting signals properly and confirms that the settings match your body's current needs. We make sure your device keeps working dependably.
Your body’s demands change over time, and your cardiac device ought to keep pace. Pacemaker reprogramming is a quick procedure where we adjust your device’s internal settings wirelessly using an external programming device. You need your pacing rate modified for higher physical activity or adjusted after a medication change. So we fine-tune your pacemaker so you feel your best.
Sometimes your heart performs normally at rest. But it shows signs of stress under physical strain. An exercise treadmill test involves monitoring your blood pressure and heart rate while you walk on a treadmill at gradually increasing speeds. This simple test helps your cardiologist evaluate exercise-related symptoms and your heart’s response to increased effort.
A standard clinic exam usually misses when you experience occasional symptoms. An event recorder is a lightweight & portable monitor you wear or keep nearby for several weeks. You simply press a button to record your heart’s electrical activity whenever you feel a symptom start. This gives your cardiologist crucial data during actual flare-ups.
A 24-hour ambulatory ECG records every single heartbeat over a full 24-hour cycle. It is commonly known as a Holter monitor. You wear a small recorder while you work, eat, relax and sleep. This uninterrupted monitoring lets us spot silent rhythm disruptions and overnight heart rate drops. And pattern changes that occur during your natural daily environment.
You don’t need to choose a heart test on your own. At Premier Choice Cardiology, Dr. Tanveer Ahmad will sit down with you to review your specific symptoms and overall medical history. We carefully customize our testing approach to match your unique situation. Each test answers a different question.
| Your Symptoms or Needs | Test or Service That May Help |
| Frequent palpitations or rhythm concerns | 24-Hour Ambulatory ECG (Holter Monitor) |
| Symptoms that occur occasionally | Event Recorder |
| Chest discomfort or breathlessness during activity | Exercise Treadmill Test |
| Routine pacemaker follow-up | Pacemaker Function Study |
| Pacemaker settings that need adjustment | Pacemaker Reprogramming |
Our clinics are officially in-network with a large variety of major health insurance providers. Specific policy coverages can shift from year to year. We routinely accept a broad range of popular plans, including:
Choose the location that works best for you and contact our office to schedule your appointment.
Choosing where to have cardiac testing matters. At Premier Choice Cardiology, we believe getting clear, reliable answers should be straightforward, comfortable, and centered entirely around you.
Here is why patients trust us for their cardiac testing:
Complete specialized tests right here in our comfortable Lakewood & Brick office without dealing with hospital parking garages or chaotic waiting rooms.
Every single test is interpreted by a board-certified cardiologist who possesses extensive hands-on experience in both invasive and noninvasive heart care.
Our accredited diagnostic facility utilizes modern monitoring tools to catch even the subtle, intermittent changes in your heart’s electrical system and function.
Dr. Ahmad takes the time to walk you through your findings step-by-step so you fully understand your health and your next steps.
Don’t leave unexplained flutters, chest tightness or routine device checks to chance. Getting clear answers about your heart health should be simple and stress-free.
Contact Premier Choice Cardiology to schedule an appointment and take the next step in understanding your heart health.
Absolutely. They are all non-invasive or minimally invasive and our clinical team monitors you closely the entire time.
Pacemaker checks give instant data. The wearable monitors take a few days for Dr. Ahmad to thoroughly review the recordings.
It depends entirely on your insurance plan. Call our front desk and we will happily check your policy requirements for you.
Most pacemakers need a formal in-office evaluation every 6 to 12 months. Your cardiologist might schedule checks more frequently right after implantation.
We completely understand that schedules change. Just give our office a call at least 24 hours in advance. We will gladly help you find a new time that works for you.
