Echocardiogram
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Yes
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TRICARE covers echocardiogram for dental and invasive procedures to:
- Evaluate the valves and chambers of the heart
- Aid the diagnosis of cardiomyopathies
- Detect atrial tumors or pericardial effusions
- Evaluate cardiac wall motion and function after a heart attack
TRICARE also covers echocardiograms for cardiac valvulopathy associated with ingestion of Pondimin and Redux (Phen-Fen):
- After a thorough medical history and cardiovascular physical examination reveals a new murmur or symptoms (shortness of breath) of cardiac problems; or
- Before dental procedures in patients who have been found to have clinically significant valvular abnormalities.