HeartFlow
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What is HeartFlow
HeartFlow is a cardiac imaging analysis software and service that processes coronary CT angiography (CCTA) to generate patient-specific 3D coronary artery models and noninvasive physiology metrics (including FFRCT). It is used by cardiologists and radiologists to support evaluation of suspected coronary artery disease and to help inform downstream testing or treatment planning. The product combines image-based 3D visualization with computational analysis delivered through a clinical workflow rather than as a general-purpose 3D segmentation workstation.
CCTA-derived FFRCT analysis
HeartFlow provides noninvasive fractional flow reserve derived from coronary CT angiography (FFRCT), which is a distinct capability compared with general 3D visualization tools. This supports functional assessment alongside anatomic review of coronary stenoses. The output is designed for clinical interpretation and reporting rather than engineering-style modeling.
Patient-specific 3D coronary models
The software generates 3D models of the coronary arteries from CCTA and presents them in a clinician-oriented visualization. This can help users localize lesions and understand vessel geometry in context. The focus on coronary anatomy and CAD workflows differentiates it from broad imaging platforms that require more manual setup.
Clinical workflow integration focus
HeartFlow is built around a defined clinical workflow for CCTA-based CAD evaluation, including standardized outputs intended for care decisions. It is typically positioned as an analysis service/software used in routine clinical operations rather than a research toolkit. This can reduce the need for users to configure pipelines that are common in general-purpose 3D imaging environments.
Narrow clinical scope
HeartFlow is specialized for coronary CT angiography and coronary artery disease assessment rather than broad multi-modality or multi-anatomy 3D visualization. Organizations needing a single platform for many imaging use cases may still require separate tools. This specialization can limit reuse outside cardiology imaging workflows.
Depends on CCTA quality
The analysis depends on the availability and quality of coronary CT angiography acquisitions. Motion artifacts, heavy calcification, or suboptimal scan protocols can reduce interpretability or limit successful processing. Sites may need protocol standardization and training to achieve consistent results.
Service and cost considerations
HeartFlow is commonly delivered as a clinical analysis offering with associated per-study or subscription costs, which can be higher than general visualization software licenses. Turnaround time and operational dependencies may be factors compared with fully local, interactive 3D tools. Procurement may also involve clinical evidence review, reimbursement considerations, and IT/security assessments.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Not publicly disclosed on Heartflow's official website. Heartflow does not publish tiered subscription plans or a public vendor list price. The site provides reimbursement/payment rates, CPT code information, and historical per-test cost references rather than a published commercial price. Institutions are directed to contact Heartflow for commercial pricing.
Examples (all from Heartflow's official site):
- CMS Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) national payment rate for Heartflow FFR_CT Analysis: $930.34 (effective Jan 1, 2022). Note: Heartflow also reported a hospital outpatient OPPS payment of $950.50 for 2022. (See Heartflow press release summarizing CMS rules.)
- Heartflow reimbursement resources page lists APC and OPPS payment amounts (e.g., FFR_CT APC 5724: $997 (CY2024) and $1,017 (CY2025) shown as reimbursement figures).
- Historical UK per-test list price referenced in Heartflow-hosted NICE documentation: Heartflow FFR_CT listed at £700 per test (company stated list price; higher £888 used in submission/assessment report historically).
Notes: All items above are reimbursement/payment or historical reference figures published on Heartflow's official site; Heartflow does not publish a vendor list price or subscription tiers on its public website. For commercial pricing, contracting, or per-analysis fees, Heartflow directs organizations to contact sales/Support.
Seller details
HeartFlow, Inc.
Mountain View, CA, USA
2010
Private
https://www.heartflow.com/
https://x.com/HeartFlowInc
https://www.linkedin.com/company/heartflow/
