What echocardiogram costs, by type of facility
County / public hospital
Lowest priceCounty and national hospitals. Lowest prices, longer waits.
KES 2,500 to 5,000
Mission hospital
Church-run hospitals. Often good value.
KES 4,000 to 7,500
Private clinic or centre
Private clinics, imaging and diagnostic centres.
KES 4,500 to 8,000
Premium private hospital
Large private hospitals in the main towns.
KES 9,500 to 18,000
Based on price checks: published prices, our own enquiries and quotes sent to patients. This is a guide, not a quote.
About echocardiogram
An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart. It shows how well the heart pumps and how the valves work.
What changes the price
- Type of echoA standard echo costs less than a stress echo or a transoesophageal echo (TEE).
- Who reads itA cardiologist report can cost more than a sonographer report.
- ChildrenPaediatric echo by a specialist is usually priced higher.
Your options
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Standard (transthoracic) echo | Most heart check-ups |
| Stress echo | Chest pain on exercise |
| Transoesophageal echo (TEE) | Detailed valve and clot checks |
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What the price usually covers
Usually included
- The scan itself
- A written report by a radiologist
- Images on CD, film or a download link
Often charged on top
- Cardiologist consultation
- ECG on the same day
- Sedation for TEE
SHA and insurance
SHA cover for echocardiogram depends on the benefit package and whether the facility is contracted for it. Ask the facility's SHA desk to confirm, and start pre-authorisation early for planned treatment.
Common questions
How long does an echo take?
A standard echo usually takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Is an ECG the same as an echo?
No. An ECG records the heart's electrical activity; an echo is an ultrasound picture of the heart. Doctors often ask for both.
Getting an echocardiogram in Kenya
Echocardiograms are done at cardiology clinics, private hospitals and some county referral hospitals. Most people need a standard echo; stress echo and transoesophageal echo are more specialised and offered at fewer facilities.
How to keep the cost down
- Check with your doctor which type of echo you need before comparing quotes.
- Ask whether an ECG on the same day is included or charged separately.
- Ask whether the price includes the cardiologist's report.
Questions to ask before you pay
- Who will read and report the echo?
- Is a consultation included?
- How soon will the report be ready?
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Where these prices come from. Published price lists, our own enquiries to facilities, SHA tariffs where relevant, and quotes partner clinics send to patients through this site. How we check prices.
Prices are indicative and change often. Confirm the full cost with the facility before treatment. This page is general information, not medical advice.