CT scan of the pelvis with and without contrast Cost

CT scan of the pelvis with and without contrast is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2251 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,728median cash price · 2251 hospitals, 52 statestypically $475–$4,755 depending on the hospital
≈ 6.9× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$2,982
Cash / self-pay
$1,728
Insurer-negotiated
$497
Medicare pays
$251
$475$4,755
Median cash $1,728  ·  Medicare $251  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,728 — about 6.9× the Medicare rate ($251). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($501).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $2,982 list price could save about $1,254 (42%).

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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
University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD $261 — ★ 3/5 309 min —
University of Md Charles Regional Medical Center La Plata, MD $261 — ★ 3/5 262 min —
University of Md St Joseph Medical Center Towson, MD $261 — ★ 5/5 264 min —
Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center Rockville, MD $262 $268 ★ 2/5 204 min —
United Memorial Medical Center Batavia, NY $280 $221 ★ 2/5 167 min —
Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY $280 $189 ★ 2/5 233 min —
Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center Enola, PA $280 $195 ★ 4/5 196 min —
Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD $281 — ★ 3/5 230 min —
Dunes Surgical Hospital Dakota Dunes, SD $281 $600 — — —
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc Salisbury, MD $282 $288 ★ 4/5 177 min —
Good Samaritan Hospital Vincennes, IN $291 $297 ★ 2/5 119 min —
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD $291 $297 ★ 3/5 247 min —
University of Ks Hlth System Great Bend Campus Great Bend, KS $294 $568 ★ 4/5 107 min —
Milton S Hershey Medical Center Hershey, PA $295 $193 ★ 4/5 261 min —
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD $302 $309 ★ 5/5 228 min —
McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital Oxford, OH $303 — ★ 3/5 132 min —
Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, OH $303 — ★ 4/5 157 min —
Bethesda North Cincinnati, OH $303 — ★ 3/5 155 min —
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Clinton Saint Johns, MI $305 $554 ★ 4/5 182 min —
University Medical Center of El Paso El Paso, TX $306 $175 ★ 3/5 240 min —
Fresno Surgical Hospital Fresno, CA $306 $239 — — —
Heritage Valley Beaver Beaver, PA $311 $171 ★ 3/5 185 min —
Heritage Valley Sewickley Sewickley, PA $311 $171 ★ 4/5 135 min —
Calverthealth Medical Center Prince Frederick, MD $312 — ★ 5/5 194 min —
Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD $315 $322 ★ 4/5 212 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 and without 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: $1,728; Medicare pays $251.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Devoted Health 182
$182
$163 – $491
Amerigroup 174
$182
$88 – $571
Univera 16
$191
$48 – $275
Medicare 542
$192
$111 – $1,035
Medicaid 339
$199
$51 – $959
Molina Healthcare 554
$206
$100 – $1,580
Tricare / VA 404
$207
$121 – $1,453
Independent Health 30
$209
$60 – $361
Priority Health 59
$219
$83 – $1,936
Highmark 131
$251
$150 – $382
Geisinger 67
$254
$82 – $661
Bright Health 43
$256
$210 – $5,094
Centene / Ambetter 797
$256
$116 – $1,670
AmeriHealth 237
$262
$82 – $1,055
EmblemHealth 79
$285
$211 – $757
UnitedHealthcare 1511
$304
$151 – $2,572
UCare 61
$311
$91 – $2,829
Anthem 577
$315
$145 – $1,387
UPMC Health Plan 107
$321
$151 – $1,307
MVP Health Care 80
$329
$76 – $2,433
Oscar Health 170
$333
$163 – $1,290
SelectHealth 47
$347
$171 – $2,110
Kaiser Permanente 227
$371
$190 – $2,911
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1272
$396
$158 – $2,683
Humana 1032
$503
$161 – $2,033
Harvard Pilgrim 48
$525
$152 – $2,245
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 149
$525
$149 – $2,812
HealthPartners 217
$586
$123 – $3,050
Cigna 1173
$605
$180 – $3,507
Medica 211
$815
$172 – $3,143
Aetna 1443
$822
$165 – $3,115
Health Net 332
$1,105
$199 – $7,181
Security Health Plan 53
$1,259
$169 – $2,505
Sanford Health Plan 65
$1,622
$177 – $2,937
Healthcare Highways 41
$1,626
$568 – $3,123
AvMed 66
$2,097
$738 – $4,952
Coventry 149
$2,193
$209 – $5,057
MultiPlan / PHCS network 873
$2,523
$379 – $6,763

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$297
Rhode Island$478
New Jersey$591
Tennessee$733
Arkansas$736
New York$744

Prices by city

Chicago, ILPhiladelphia, PAAustin, TXHouston, TXBaltimore, MDDallas, TXCincinnati, OHNew York, NYSacramento, CAFort Worth, TXOklahoma City, OKBaton Rouge, LABronx, NYBrooklyn, NYCharlotte, NCCleveland, OHLos Angeles, CANashville, TNSaint Louis, MOKansas City, MOLittle Rock, ARMilwaukee, WIOmaha, NERochester, NY

Prices by state

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Does Medicare cover CT scan of the pelvis with and without contrast?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CT scan of the pelvis with and without contrast. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $251. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $50 — 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 2251 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,728, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $2,982, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $497, a Medicare rate of about $251. Most cash prices fall between $475 and $4,755 — 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 and without contrast cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2251 US hospitals is $1,728. Most hospitals fall between $475 and $4,755. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CT scan of the pelvis with and without contrast?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $251). 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 and without contrast?
Medicare pays about $251. 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 and without 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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