CT scan of the leg Cost by Hospital

CT scan of the leg is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2328 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,432median cash price · 2328 hospitals, 52 statestypically $402–$3,794 depending on the hospital
≈ 8.6× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$2,388
Cash / self-pay
$1,432
Insurer-negotiated
$507
Medicare pays
$166
$402$3,794
Median cash $1,432  ·  Medicare $166  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,432 — about 8.6× the Medicare rate ($166). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($332).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $2,388 list price could save about $956 (40%).

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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
Montefiore St Luke's Cornwall Newburgh, NY $219 $231 ★ 2/5 192 min 15.1%
University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD $219 — ★ 3/5 330 min 14.3%
University of Md Charles Regional Medical Center La Plata, MD $219 — ★ 3/5 278 min 13.6%
University of Md St Joseph Medical Center Towson, MD $219 — ★ 5/5 281 min 13.1%
Saint Thomas Hospital for Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN $219 $217 — — 14.0%
Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center Rockville, MD $220 $225 ★ 2/5 200 min 14.5%
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR $223 $166 ★ 2/5 253 min 14.7%
Arkansas State Hospital Little Rock, AR $223 $166 — — —
Saint Francis Medical Center Lynwood, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 250 min 14.9%
Encino Hospital Medical Center Encino, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 135 min 15.6%
Garden Grove Hospital & Medical Center Garden Grove, CA $224 $224 ★ 2/5 138 min 16.6%
West Anaheim Medical Center Anaheim, CA $224 $224 ★ 2/5 196 min 16.6%
Huntington Beach Hospital Huntington Beach, CA $224 $224 ★ 1/5 173 min 14.8%
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital La Palma, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 214 min 16.5%
Chino Valley Medical Center Chino, CA $224 $224 ★ 4/5 173 min 16.1%
San Dimas Community Hospital San Dimas, CA $224 $224 ★ 2/5 155 min 15.5%
Sherman Oaks Hospital Sherman Oaks, CA $224 $224 ★ 2/5 153 min 15.8%
Montclair Hospital Medical Center Montclair, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 151 min 15.3%
Shasta Regional Medical Center Redding, CA $224 $224 ★ 2/5 148 min 15.9%
Jefferson Stratford Hospital Stratford, NJ $227 $178 ★ 2/5 235 min 17.5%
St Joseph Hospital Bangor, ME $231 $182 ★ 3/5 188 min 15.6%
Penn State Health St. Joseph Reading, PA $231 $182 ★ 3/5 216 min 15.6%
Little Falls Hospital Little Falls, NY $233 $263 ★ 2/5 110 min 15.7%
The University Hospital Newark, NJ $234 $545 ★ 1/5 294 min 15.6%
Oklahoma Spine Hospital Oklahoma City, OK $235 $161 — 110 min 13.1%

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 leg

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: $1,432; Medicare pays $166.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$124
$48 – $206
Medicaid 359
$162
$43 – $823
Medicare 599
$169
$56 – $762
Devoted Health 156
$172
$102 – $765
Tricare / VA 411
$174
$91 – $1,608
Highmark 133
$179
$90 – $596
Amerigroup 171
$183
$87 – $655
Molina Healthcare 561
$184
$54 – $1,334
Independent Health 32
$194
$58 – $457
Geisinger 68
$207
$86 – $1,177
Centene / Ambetter 807
$229
$98 – $1,189
MVP Health Care 82
$240
$62 – $2,022
UCare 70
$243
$91 – $2,153
EmblemHealth 65
$257
$131 – $729
SelectHealth 49
$259
$120 – $2,352
Oscar Health 158
$265
$108 – $1,480
Anthem 557
$269
$90 – $1,361
Priority Health 61
$293
$68 – $1,653
Bright Health 40
$299
$147 – $4,510
UnitedHealthcare 1566
$318
$96 – $2,486
Kaiser Permanente 193
$320
$124 – $2,289
UPMC Health Plan 91
$321
$104 – $1,360
Humana 1013
$353
$101 – $1,821
Harvard Pilgrim 58
$376
$113 – $2,345
AmeriHealth 233
$382
$90 – $1,390
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1317
$409
$107 – $2,423
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 157
$446
$149 – $2,544
HealthPartners 264
$704
$102 – $3,259
Aetna 1447
$766
$108 – $3,053
Health Net 316
$997
$134 – $4,969
Medica 260
$1,014
$114 – $3,091
Cigna 1163
$1,021
$145 – $4,054
Security Health Plan 64
$1,101
$53 – $2,083
Sanford Health Plan 76
$1,165
$132 – $2,618
Coventry 160
$1,377
$169 – $4,484
Healthcare Highways 40
$1,739
$637 – $2,961
MultiPlan / PHCS network 862
$2,160
$538 – $5,998
AvMed 65
$2,329
$676 – $5,927

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
Puerto Rico$250
Maryland$254
Rhode Island$446
New Jersey$500
Arkansas$513
Arizona$576

Prices by city

Chicago, ILPhiladelphia, PAAustin, TXHouston, TXBaltimore, MDDallas, TXCincinnati, OHNew York, NYBrooklyn, NYKansas City, MOOklahoma City, OKBaton Rouge, LABronx, NYCharlotte, NCCleveland, OHFort Worth, TXLos Angeles, CANashville, TNSacramento, CASaint Louis, MOBirmingham, ALLittle Rock, ARMiami, FLMilwaukee, WI

Prices by state

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Does Medicare cover CT scan of the leg?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CT scan of the leg. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $166. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $33 — 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 2328 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,432, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $2,388, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $507, a Medicare rate of about $166. Most cash prices fall between $402 and $3,794 — 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 leg cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2328 US hospitals is $1,432. Most hospitals fall between $402 and $3,794. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CT scan of the leg?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $166). 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 leg?
Medicare pays about $166. 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 leg 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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