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Arizona

Cost of a CT Abdomen Pelvis Visit
in Arizona

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Arizona's healthcare market operates at approximately 5% above national averages, with a competitive ambulatory surgery center landscape that influences imaging costs across the state. CT Abdomen Pelvis patients typically pay between $79 and $482, with a median negotiated rate of $203 based on transparency data from over 7,400 active providers. Arizona maintains a robust network of imaging specialists serving both urban centers like Phoenix and Scottsdale and rural communities throughout the state, allowing patients to browse comprehensive provider options when seeking abdominal and pelvic imaging services.

Average

$255

Median

$203

Lowest

$79

Highest

$482

Providers

7,431

National avg: $593Arizona: $255

57% below national average

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73721$59$139$3505,301
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CT scan of the chest with contrast

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Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.

The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 74177CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.

Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.

This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.

Where this data comes from & what CPT 74177 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 74177 (CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 74177 covers: the provider's professional fee for ct abdomen & pelvis. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

How to read this data

Negotiated Rate

The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.

P5, Median, P95

P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.

What this does not tell you

These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.

Why CT Abdomen Pelvis Visit Costs Vary Across Arizona

Arizona's healthcare costs run approximately 5% above national averages, driven by the state's growing population and concentrated urban development in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. The competitive ambulatory surgery center market creates pricing pressure that benefits patients seeking imaging services across the state.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Arizona's population concentration in the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas creates stark disparities in imaging access between urban and rural regions. Rural counties like Apache, Graham, and Greenlee have limited imaging facilities, often requiring patients to travel significant distances for specialized CT services. This geographic concentration allows urban areas to maintain competitive pricing while rural facilities may charge premium rates due to lower volume and higher operational costs.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Hospital-based outpatient imaging centers in Arizona typically charge higher facility fees than independent imaging centers due to overhead costs and hospital system pricing structures. Major health systems like Banner Health, HonorHealth, and Dignity Health operate numerous imaging locations with standardized pricing, while independent centers often offer more competitive cash-pay rates. Ambulatory surgery centers focusing on outpatient imaging provide a cost-effective middle ground between hospital-based and independent facilities.

Insurance Market Competition in Arizona

Arizona's competitive insurance market features strong participation from UHC, BCBS Arizona, and Aetna, creating multiple network options for imaging providers. This competition helps maintain reasonable negotiated rates for CT procedures, though individual plan designs vary significantly. The state's lack of an all-payer claims database limits price transparency but the competitive market structure generally benefits patients through lower out-of-pocket costs.

Physician Supply and Demand in Arizona

With over 7,400 providers offering CT Abdomen Pelvis services, Arizona maintains adequate imaging capacity to meet patient demand without significant supply constraints. This robust provider network includes both hospital-employed and independent radiologists, creating competitive pressure that helps moderate pricing. The concentration of providers in urban areas means shorter wait times and more competitive pricing in Phoenix and Tucson, while rural areas may experience longer scheduling delays but often lower facility overhead costs.

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Jayant Panwar

CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA

Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.

The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions — CT Abdomen Pelvis Costs in Arizona

What is the average cost of a CT Abdomen Pelvis visit in Arizona without insurance?

Uninsured patients in Arizona can expect to pay between $79 and $482 for a CT Abdomen Pelvis, with a median cost of $203 based on negotiated rates from over 7,400 providers statewide. Many imaging centers offer cash-pay discounts that can reduce these costs by 20-40%, making the actual out-of-pocket expense potentially lower than insurance copays for some high-deductible plans.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover CT Abdomen Pelvis visits?

Arizona's expanded Medicaid program covers medically necessary CT Abdomen Pelvis scans when ordered by a physician, though prior authorization is typically required for non-emergency imaging. Coverage includes both the technical component (the actual scan) and professional component (radiologist interpretation), with no patient copay for most Medicaid recipients. Emergency CT scans are covered without prior authorization when medically indicated.

How do I find an affordable CT Abdomen Pelvis near me in Arizona?

Compare prices between hospital-based imaging centers and independent outpatient facilities, as independents often charge 30-50% less than hospital systems. Ask about cash-pay discounts even if you have insurance, particularly if you haven't met your annual deductible. Community health centers and federally qualified health centers throughout Arizona may offer sliding-scale fees based on income for uninsured or underinsured patients.

What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?

CT Abdomen Pelvis imaging costs remain consistent regardless of whether it's your first scan or a follow-up study, with the median rate of $203 applying to both scenarios. However, if you require a radiologist consultation to discuss results, initial consultations typically cost more than brief follow-up visits. Most imaging centers include basic result communication in the scanning fee, with additional consultation fees only applying for complex cases requiring extended physician time.

Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a CT Abdomen Pelvis visit in Arizona?

Yes, CT Abdomen Pelvis scans qualify as eligible medical expenses for both Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) when prescribed by a physician for diagnostic purposes. You can use these pre-tax dollars to pay for the imaging procedure, radiologist interpretation, and any related medical visits. Keep your prescription and receipts for tax documentation purposes.

How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a CT Abdomen Pelvis in Arizona?

While the actual CT scan must be performed in person at an imaging facility, telemedicine can reduce overall costs by enabling remote consultations to review results and discuss treatment options. Arizona's strong telehealth infrastructure allows many radiologists and referring physicians to conduct follow-up visits virtually, eliminating travel costs and facility fees for routine result discussions. Some imaging centers offer virtual pre-scan consultations to review preparation instructions and answer questions.

Click a state to compare costs

Average Visit Cost

$230
$7,060

Office visit (CPT 74177)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage
1North Dakota
Range: $82$10,549
$7,060
2Minnesota
Range: $88$10,549
$3,579
3Alaska
Range: $85$1,834
$1,251
4Montana
Range: $79$1,834
$845
5South Dakota
Range: $79$2,156
$834
6Wisconsin
Range: $79$2,090
$803
7Washington
Range: $79$1,834
$727
8West Virginia
Range: $76$1,843
$716
9Oregon
Range: $79$1,834
$713
10Idaho
Range: $79$1,834
$705
11Nebraska
Range: $116$753
$428
12Massachusetts
Range: $80$896
$425
13Maine
Range: $140$656
$418
14Iowa
Range: $85$753
$400
15Wyoming
Range: $80$814
$399
16Georgia
Range: $85$809
$398
17Rhode Island
Range: $79$827
$396
18District of Columbia
Range: $72$827
$388
19New Hampshire
Range: $101$740
$388
20Vermont
Range: $73$848
$383
21New Mexico
Range: $75$801
$369
22Connecticut
Range: $77$755
$361
23New York
Range: $65$782
$361
24Pennsylvania
Range: $76$753
$348
25Hawaii
Range: $80$766
$346
26Colorado
Range: $80$672
$337
27Indiana
Range: $79$687
$333
28North Carolina
Range: $80$648
$332
29Delaware
Range: $73$651
$316
30Utah
Range: $79$552
$309
31Illinois
Range: $80$537
$302
32Florida
Range: $72$603
$294
33Nevada
Range: $85$504
$290
34Kentucky
Range: $75$576
$287
35New Jersey
Range: $64$558
$286
36Michigan
Range: $80$534
$281
37Texas
Range: $80$534
$278
38Maryland
Range: $36$594
$278
39California
Range: $70$672
$276
40South Carolina
Range: $80$505
$267
41Tennessee
Range: $84$462
$264
42Arkansas
Range: $85$460
$263
43Virginia
Range: $60$515
$263
44Arizona
Range: $79$482
$255
45Mississippi
Range: $71$460
$245
46Missouri
Range: $89$385
$245
47Alabama
Range: $71$460
$244
48Kansas
Range: $89$399
$244
49Oklahoma
Range: $77$469
$243
50Ohio
Range: $69$449
$234
51Louisiana
Range: $66$424
$230
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