Average total cost, sometimes referred to as the per unit total cost, is the per unit cost. This includes fixed costs, those costs that are required for production but do not change based on output, and variable costs, those costs that increase (or decrease) as output increases (or decreases).
The basic stress test involves walking on a treadmill while your electrocardiogram (EKG) is continuously monitored for changes that may indicate a blocked artery to the heart. However, there are options if you are unable to walk on a treadmill or if your EKG is already abnormal at rest. The existing options include: imaging stress tests -- echocardiographic or nuclear -- and pharmacologic stress tests -- adenosine and dobutamine.
1 An EKG will consist of two parts; these parts will include the actual test and the reading of the results. 2  The average EKG cost will be anywhere from $800 to as much as $2,000 without any type of insurance. 3  The nationwide average is around $800. Since all health insurance policies vary, it is best to consult with your health insurance provider to know exactly what is covered. 2  With insurance, plan on spending within the $100 and $500 range. 3  According to the website HarvardPilgrim.com, an EKG with results should be within the range of $375 to $600.