The coronary CT scan is designed for low to intermediate risk patients, when applied as a triage tool in the ER.

FORBES: Coronary CT Scans May Save You (And Your Hospital)

In the current New England Journal Study, coronary CT scans were used as a triage tool to screen low to intermediate risk patients who presented to the emergency department with chest pain.

FORBES: Coronary CT Scans May Save You (And Your Hospital)