How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost in Houston?
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast · CPT 74177 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is about $800, with most between $697 and $3,926 ($5,281 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 25% lower than the national typical of $1,068. Hospital list charges run about $19,247 (24.1× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is about $800, with most between $697 and $3,926, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 25% lower than the national typical of $1,068.
How much does a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast in Houston run around $5,281. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $19,247), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast run about $19,247 — roughly 24.1× the $800 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $800), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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