How much does a CT scan of the abdomen cost in Houston?

CT scan of the abdomen · CPT 74150 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen is about $316, with most between $264 and $1,580 ($2,096 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 45% lower than the national typical of $572. Hospital list charges run about $7,401 (23.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$316
Houston · $264$1,580
Cash / self-pay
$2,096
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$7,401
23.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the abdomen cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the abdomen cost in Houston — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the abdomen cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the abdomen is about $316, with most between $264 and $1,580, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 45% lower than the national typical of $572.

How much does a CT scan of the abdomen cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the abdomen in Houston run around $2,096. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,401), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Houston hospital bill for a CT scan of the abdomen so high?

Houston hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the abdomen run about $7,401 — roughly 23.4× the $316 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 in Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $316), 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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