How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost in California?
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast · CPT 74177 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is about $1,223, with most between $636 and $3,045 ($4,004 cash/self-pay). Based on 248 California hospitals — 15% higher than the national typical of $1,068. Hospital list charges run about $7,700 (6.3× higher).
Source: medians across 248 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost in California — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is about $1,223, with most between $636 and $3,045, based on 248 California hospitals. That's 15% higher than the national typical of $1,068.
How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast in California run around $4,004. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,700), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast run about $7,700 — roughly 6.3× the $1,223 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,223), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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