CT scan of the abdomen Cost by Hospital

CT scan of the abdomen is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2355 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,570median cash price · 2355 hospitals, 52 statestypically $440–$4,062 depending on the hospital
≈ 6.8× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$2,767
Cash / self-pay
$1,570
Insurer-negotiated
$482
Medicare pays
$230
$440$4,062
Median cash $1,570  ·  Medicare $230  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,570 — about 6.8× the Medicare rate ($230). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($460).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $2,767 list price could save about $1,197 (43%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD $236 — ★ 3/5 230 min 14.1%
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc Salisbury, MD $237 $242 ★ 4/5 176 min 13.8%
Morristown Medical Center Morristown, NJ $238 $224 ★ 5/5 240 min 13.6%
Chilton Medical Center Pompton Plains, NJ $238 $289 ★ 5/5 226 min 13.5%
Overlook Medical Center Summit, NJ $238 $289 ★ 5/5 192 min 13.9%
Good Samaritan Hospital Vincennes, IN $244 $249 ★ 2/5 117 min 14.2%
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD $244 $249 ★ 3/5 234 min 14.9%
Doctor's Center De San Juan Santurce, PR $250 $285 — — 15.5%
Doctors' Center Bayamon Bayamon, PR $250 $280 — — 16.6%
Doctors' Center Hospital, Inc Manati, PR $250 $280 ★ 1/5 — 16.3%
Doctors Center Hospital Carolina Llc Carolina, PR $250 $285 — 315 min 15.8%
Geneva General Hospital Geneva, NY $253 $169 ★ 2/5 183 min 16.9%
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital of Yates Penn Yan, NY $253 $246 — 110 min 15.0%
Surgical Institute of Reading Wyomissing, PA $253 $270 — — 16.0%
Citizens Memorial Hospital Bolivar, MO $254 $187 ★ 3/5 185 min 14.6%
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD $254 $259 ★ 5/5 231 min 13.5%
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center Lancaster, PA $258 $176 ★ 3/5 229 min 15.1%
Calverthealth Medical Center Prince Frederick, MD $262 — ★ 5/5 200 min 14.3%
Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD $265 $270 ★ 4/5 208 min 13.7%
University of Ks Hlth System Great Bend Campus Great Bend, KS $275 $548 ★ 4/5 107 min 14.5%
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down Iowa City, IA $276 $319 ★ 4/5 157 min 15.0%
University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics Iowa City, IA $276 $319 ★ 2/5 210 min 13.5%
Butler Hospital Providence, RI $277 $124 — — —
Memorial Hospital Dumas, TX $279 $217 — 82 min 15.5%
Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center Enola, PA $280 $176 ★ 4/5 197 min 15.8%

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated August 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for CT scan of the abdomen

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $1,570; Medicare pays $230.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$146
$54 – $277
Devoted Health 179
$171
$102 – $610
Medicare 597
$179
$64 – $769
Tricare / VA 427
$180
$67 – $1,423
Amerigroup 176
$180
$87 – $693
Independent Health 32
$185
$59 – $355
Medicaid 354
$186
$50 – $615
Molina Healthcare 581
$190
$66 – $1,226
Highmark 133
$200
$84 – $382
Geisinger 71
$207
$94 – $732
Centene / Ambetter 812
$217
$74 – $1,550
AmeriHealth 239
$221
$75 – $1,193
MVP Health Care 82
$232
$65 – $1,708
Bright Health 44
$253
$147 – $3,654
UPMC Health Plan 108
$254
$105 – $1,307
EmblemHealth 65
$257
$141 – $757
UnitedHealthcare 1604
$258
$98 – $2,419
Anthem 597
$279
$91 – $1,350
Oscar Health 161
$281
$126 – $1,323
SelectHealth 47
$308
$144 – $1,609
Kaiser Permanente 233
$311
$121 – $2,394
Harvard Pilgrim 61
$319
$124 – $1,801
Humana 1067
$340
$103 – $1,868
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1353
$351
$102 – $2,360
Priority Health 61
$356
$81 – $1,884
UCare 71
$363
$91 – $2,493
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 154
$479
$138 – $2,305
Cigna 1202
$577
$145 – $3,368
Aetna 1477
$694
$109 – $2,979
HealthPartners 277
$709
$108 – $2,878
Medica 258
$951
$121 – $3,021
Health Net 345
$1,054
$138 – $5,116
Security Health Plan 64
$1,188
$104 – $2,217
Sanford Health Plan 77
$1,448
$168 – $2,899
Healthcare Highways 41
$1,452
$474 – $3,270
Coventry 162
$1,756
$178 – $4,754
AvMed 65
$2,087
$410 – $4,267
MultiPlan / PHCS network 909
$2,277
$307 – $5,708

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
Maryland$244
Puerto Rico$250
Rhode Island$415
New Jersey$569
Mississippi$762
Arkansas$762

Prices by city

Chicago, ILPhiladelphia, PAAustin, TXBaltimore, MDDallas, TXCincinnati, OHNew York, NYSacramento, CABrooklyn, NYFort Worth, TXHouston, TXKansas City, MOLos Angeles, CAOklahoma City, OKBaton Rouge, LABronx, NYCharlotte, NCCleveland, OHNashville, TNSaint Louis, MOBirmingham, ALBoston, MALittle Rock, ARMilwaukee, WI

Prices by state

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Does Medicare cover CT scan of the abdomen?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CT scan of the abdomen. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $230. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $46 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 2355 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,570, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $2,767, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $482, a Medicare rate of about $230. Most cash prices fall between $440 and $4,062 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does CT scan of the abdomen cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2355 US hospitals is $1,570. Most hospitals fall between $440 and $4,062. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CT scan of the abdomen?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $230). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for CT scan of the abdomen?
Medicare pays about $230. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do CT scan of the abdomen prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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