CT scan of the pelvis with contrast Cost

CT scan of the pelvis with contrast is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2359 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,548median cash price · 2359 hospitals, 52 statestypically $440–$4,082 depending on the hospital
≈ 6.9× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$2,625
Cash / self-pay
$1,548
Insurer-negotiated
$484
Medicare pays
$226
$440$4,082
Median cash $1,548  ·  Medicare $226  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,548 — about 6.9× the Medicare rate ($226). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($452).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $2,625 list price could save about $1,077 (41%).

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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
The University Hospital Newark, NJ $234 $515 ★ 1/5 307 min —
UPMC Kane Kane, PA $235 $701 — 102 min —
Oklahoma Spine Hospital Oklahoma City, OK $235 $183 — 112 min —
Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD $236 — ★ 3/5 230 min —
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc Salisbury, MD $237 $242 ★ 4/5 177 min —
Morristown Medical Center Morristown, NJ $238 $258 ★ 5/5 250 min —
Chilton Medical Center Pompton Plains, NJ $238 $285 ★ 5/5 207 min —
Overlook Medical Center Summit, NJ $238 $289 ★ 5/5 192 min —
Haywood County Community Hospital Brownsville, TN $240 $380 — 126 min —
Good Samaritan Hospital Vincennes, IN $244 $249 ★ 2/5 119 min —
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD $244 $249 ★ 3/5 247 min —
Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY $248 $142 ★ 2/5 233 min —
Unity Hospital Rochester, NY $248 $119 ★ 2/5 299 min —
Unity Specialty Hospital Rochester, NY $248 $119 — — —
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport Shreveport, LA $250 $193 ★ 2/5 247 min —
Pih Health Downey Hospital Downey, CA $250 $167 ★ 4/5 242 min —
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights Harker Heights, TX $253 $986 ★ 4/5 174 min —
Geneva General Hospital Geneva, NY $253 $213 ★ 2/5 190 min —
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital of Yates Penn Yan, NY $253 $278 — 113 min —
Surgical Institute of Reading Wyomissing, PA $253 $255 — — —
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD $254 $259 ★ 5/5 228 min —
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center Lancaster, PA $258 $176 ★ 3/5 231 min —
Ochsner St Mary Morgan City, LA $260 $173 ★ 2/5 89 min —
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport-St Mary Medical Cent Shreveport, LA $260 $173 ★ 2/5 — —
Calverthealth Medical Center Prince Frederick, MD $262 — ★ 5/5 194 min —

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 October 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 pelvis with contrast

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: $1,548; Medicare pays $226.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Medicaid 353
$159
$48 – $657
Medicare 586
$180
$53 – $713
Devoted Health 183
$182
$164 – $543
Amerigroup 177
$184
$84 – $670
Independent Health 32
$186
$58 – $361
Univera 16
$189
$46 – $271
Molina Healthcare 575
$195
$92 – $1,360
Tricare / VA 430
$198
$64 – $1,343
Highmark 138
$212
$104 – $382
Geisinger 71
$224
$78 – $691
AmeriHealth 241
$231
$78 – $971
Centene / Ambetter 822
$234
$105 – $1,510
UPMC Health Plan 111
$239
$112 – $1,154
MVP Health Care 84
$259
$63 – $1,631
Bright Health 43
$259
$197 – $3,661
Priority Health 59
$267
$82 – $1,804
Anthem 598
$281
$111 – $1,206
EmblemHealth 81
$285
$191 – $633
UnitedHealthcare 1599
$295
$126 – $2,247
SelectHealth 48
$309
$143 – $1,873
Kaiser Permanente 232
$312
$159 – $2,447
Oscar Health 175
$320
$143 – $1,290
Humana 1061
$351
$156 – $1,714
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1332
$358
$120 – $2,290
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 153
$400
$124 – $2,156
Harvard Pilgrim 58
$453
$128 – $1,912
UCare 73
$477
$120 – $2,358
Cigna 1221
$577
$175 – $3,232
Aetna 1492
$706
$159 – $2,811
HealthPartners 264
$782
$123 – $2,522
Medica 247
$1,023
$173 – $2,691
Health Net 345
$1,037
$172 – $5,363
Security Health Plan 65
$1,259
$145 – $2,029
Healthcare Highways 41
$1,274
$448 – $2,623
Sanford Health Plan 79
$1,339
$172 – $2,510
Coventry 162
$1,802
$186 – $4,426
AvMed 67
$2,097
$738 – $4,730
MultiPlan / PHCS network 918
$2,162
$307 – $5,821

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$249
Puerto Rico$455
New Jersey$534
Rhode Island$614
Tennessee$687
Arkansas$696

Prices by city

Prices by state

Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
David Schreiber, M.D.Radiation OncologyRancho Mirage, CA53
Cihan Duzgol, MDDiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY38
Peter Sawan, MDDiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY35
Seth Katz, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY17

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Does Medicare cover CT scan of the pelvis with contrast?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CT scan of the pelvis with contrast. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $226. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $45 — 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 2359 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,548, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $2,625, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $484, a Medicare rate of about $226. Most cash prices fall between $440 and $4,082 — 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 pelvis with contrast cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2359 US hospitals is $1,548. Most hospitals fall between $440 and $4,082. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CT scan of the pelvis with contrast?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $226). 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 pelvis with contrast?
Medicare pays about $226. 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 pelvis with contrast 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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