CT scan of the arm Cost by Hospital

CT scan of the arm is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2306 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,431median cash price · 2306 hospitals, 52 statestypically $405–$3,526 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.2× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$2,413
Cash / self-pay
$1,431
Insurer-negotiated
$525
Medicare pays
$199
$405$3,526
Median cash $1,431  ·  Medicare $199  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,431 — about 7.2× the Medicare rate ($199). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($399).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $2,413 list price could save about $983 (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
University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD $215 — ★ 3/5 330 min 14.3%
University of Md Charles Regional Medical Center La Plata, MD $215 — ★ 3/5 278 min 13.6%
University of Md St Joseph Medical Center Towson, MD $215 — ★ 5/5 281 min 13.1%
Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center Rockville, MD $215 $220 ★ 2/5 200 min 14.5%
Montefiore St Luke's Cornwall Newburgh, NY $219 $304 ★ 2/5 192 min 15.1%
Family Health West Hospital Fruita, CO $219 $511 — — 15.2%
Saint Thomas Hospital for Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN $219 $214 — — 14.0%
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center Clinton, MD $221 $225 ★ 2/5 386 min 15.0%
Centrastate Medical Center Freehold, NJ $224 $390 ★ 4/5 219 min 15.8%
Saint Francis Medical Center Lynwood, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 250 min 14.9%
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 $226 ★ 2/5 153 min 15.8%
Montclair Hospital Medical Center Montclair, CA $224 $224 ★ 3/5 151 min 15.3%
Jefferson Stratford Hospital Stratford, NJ $227 $181 ★ 2/5 235 min 17.5%
Gila Regional Medical Center Silver City, NM $230 $736 ★ 2/5 184 min 15.1%
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Montclair, NJ $230 $2,051 ★ 4/5 234 min 15.1%
Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD $231 — ★ 3/5 230 min 14.1%
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc Salisbury, MD $232 $236 ★ 4/5 176 min 13.8%
Banner-University Medical Center South Campus Tucson, AZ $232 $789 ★ 4/5 275 min 14.5%
The University Hospital Newark, NJ $234 $500 ★ 1/5 294 min 15.6%

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 July 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 arm

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: $1,431; Medicare pays $199.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$144
$48 – $245
Medicare 590
$185
$56 – $800
Medicaid 353
$185
$43 – $769
Independent Health 32
$204
$56 – $548
Amerigroup 172
$207
$72 – $657
Molina Healthcare 565
$211
$56 – $1,374
Devoted Health 156
$216
$102 – $775
Highmark 132
$221
$102 – $760
Geisinger 68
$238
$92 – $1,288
Tricare / VA 412
$239
$94 – $1,765
EmblemHealth 65
$285
$132 – $936
MVP Health Care 82
$304
$72 – $2,187
Centene / Ambetter 809
$321
$102 – $1,617
Priority Health 61
$327
$68 – $1,802
Anthem 558
$330
$91 – $1,451
SelectHealth 47
$340
$122 – $2,375
Oscar Health 158
$346
$108 – $1,480
UCare 71
$375
$102 – $2,221
AmeriHealth 232
$382
$91 – $1,447
UnitedHealthcare 1562
$390
$101 – $2,519
UPMC Health Plan 92
$393
$104 – $1,439
Humana 1016
$397
$103 – $1,912
Kaiser Permanente 195
$420
$132 – $2,331
Harvard Pilgrim 57
$439
$113 – $2,563
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 155
$446
$134 – $2,452
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1312
$450
$107 – $2,523
Bright Health 40
$465
$147 – $4,657
HealthPartners 266
$796
$104 – $3,208
Aetna 1449
$816
$112 – $3,147
Health Net 316
$975
$137 – $4,909
Medica 257
$992
$115 – $2,703
Cigna 1166
$1,048
$165 – $4,525
Security Health Plan 64
$1,101
$82 – $2,162
Sanford Health Plan 75
$1,214
$166 – $2,521
Coventry 157
$1,526
$181 – $4,428
Healthcare Highways 41
$1,552
$487 – $3,530
AvMed 65
$2,119
$719 – $5,401
MultiPlan / PHCS network 860
$2,282
$523 – $6,370

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$256
New Jersey$417
Rhode Island$446
Arizona$576
Alabama$661

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 arm?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CT scan of the arm. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $199. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $40 — 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 2306 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,431, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $2,413, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $525, a Medicare rate of about $199. Most cash prices fall between $405 and $3,526 — 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 arm cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2306 US hospitals is $1,431. Most hospitals fall between $405 and $3,526. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CT scan of the arm?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $199). 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 arm?
Medicare pays about $199. 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 arm 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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