Cost of a CT Abdomen Pelvis Visit
in Montana
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Montana's vast geography creates significant healthcare access challenges, with many residents traveling hours to reach specialized imaging centers. CT Abdomen Pelvis scans in Montana typically cost patients between $79 and $1,834, with a median out-of-pocket expense of $621. The state's 333 active CT Abdomen Pelvis providers are concentrated primarily in larger cities like Billings and Missoula, leaving rural communities with limited options.
Average
$845
Median
$621
Lowest
$79
Highest
$1,834
Providers
333
43% above national average
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How does ct abdomen & pelvis compare to related procedures in Montana?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $100 | $552 | $590 | 91 |
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $59 | $327 | $358 | 98 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $73 | $368 | $2,851 | 350 |
| CT Chest CT scan of the chest with contrast | 71260 | $54 | $171 | $263 | 108 |
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 74177 — CT 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 Montana
Montana's CT Abdomen Pelvis costs run approximately 28% above national averages, reflecting the state's rural geography and limited provider competition. The concentration of imaging facilities in Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls creates cost disparities between urban centers and outlying communities where patients often travel significant distances for care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Montana's 147,000 square miles contain just 333 CT Abdomen Pelvis providers, creating stark access differences between cities like Billings with multiple imaging options versus rural counties served by single facilities. Patients in eastern Montana frequently drive 100+ miles to reach imaging centers, while western regions benefit from proximity to Missoula and Kalispell facilities. This geographic disparity allows urban providers to command higher rates due to convenience factors.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned imaging departments in Montana typically charge 40-60% more than independent imaging centers due to higher overhead costs and facility fees. Major health systems like Billings Clinic and Providence St. Patrick Hospital operate most hospital-based CT scanners, while independent centers in Missoula and Great Falls offer competitive alternatives. Rural critical access hospitals often maintain older equipment that may affect both image quality and pricing structures.
Insurance Market Competition in Montana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana holds the largest market share, followed by PacificSource and UnitedHealthcare, creating moderate insurer competition that helps contain negotiated rates. The limited number of major insurers means imaging facilities have less negotiating leverage compared to states with more diverse payer mixes. Rural areas often see even less competition, with some counties dominated by a single insurer that significantly influences local pricing patterns.
Physician Supply and Demand in Montana
Montana's 333 active CT Abdomen Pelvis providers serve a population of just over one million, creating adequate supply in urban areas but significant shortages in rural regions. This uneven distribution allows urban providers to maintain premium pricing while rural facilities may offer discounts to attract patients from distant communities. Wait times for non-urgent scans typically range from same-day availability in cities to 2-3 weeks in rural areas, reflecting the supply-demand imbalance across different regions.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — CT Abdomen Pelvis Costs in Montana
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 74177)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota Range: $82 – $10,549 | $7,060 |
| 2 | Minnesota Range: $88 – $10,549 | $3,579 |
| 3 | Alaska Range: $85 – $1,834 | $1,251 |
| 4 | Montana Range: $79 – $1,834 | $845 |
| 5 | South Dakota Range: $79 – $2,156 | $834 |
| 6 | Wisconsin Range: $79 – $2,090 | $803 |
| 7 | Washington Range: $79 – $1,834 | $727 |
| 8 | West Virginia Range: $76 – $1,843 | $716 |
| 9 | Oregon Range: $79 – $1,834 | $713 |
| 10 | Idaho Range: $79 – $1,834 | $705 |
| 11 | Nebraska Range: $116 – $753 | $428 |
| 12 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $896 | $425 |
| 13 | Maine Range: $140 – $656 | $418 |
| 14 | Iowa Range: $85 – $753 | $400 |
| 15 | Wyoming Range: $80 – $814 | $399 |
| 16 | Georgia Range: $85 – $809 | $398 |
| 17 | Rhode Island Range: $79 – $827 | $396 |
| 18 | District of Columbia Range: $72 – $827 | $388 |
| 19 | New Hampshire Range: $101 – $740 | $388 |
| 20 | Vermont Range: $73 – $848 | $383 |
| 21 | New Mexico Range: $75 – $801 | $369 |
| 22 | Connecticut Range: $77 – $755 | $361 |
| 23 | New York Range: $65 – $782 | $361 |
| 24 | Pennsylvania Range: $76 – $753 | $348 |
| 25 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $766 | $346 |
| 26 | Colorado Range: $80 – $672 | $337 |
| 27 | Indiana Range: $79 – $687 | $333 |
| 28 | North Carolina Range: $80 – $648 | $332 |
| 29 | Delaware Range: $73 – $651 | $316 |
| 30 | Utah Range: $79 – $552 | $309 |
| 31 | Illinois Range: $80 – $537 | $302 |
| 32 | Florida Range: $72 – $603 | $294 |
| 33 | Nevada Range: $85 – $504 | $290 |
| 34 | Kentucky Range: $75 – $576 | $287 |
| 35 | New Jersey Range: $64 – $558 | $286 |
| 36 | Michigan Range: $80 – $534 | $281 |
| 37 | Texas Range: $80 – $534 | $278 |
| 38 | Maryland Range: $36 – $594 | $278 |
| 39 | California Range: $70 – $672 | $276 |
| 40 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $505 | $267 |
| 41 | Tennessee Range: $84 – $462 | $264 |
| 42 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $460 | $263 |
| 43 | Virginia Range: $60 – $515 | $263 |
| 44 | Arizona Range: $79 – $482 | $255 |
| 45 | Mississippi Range: $71 – $460 | $245 |
| 46 | Missouri Range: $89 – $385 | $245 |
| 47 | Alabama Range: $71 – $460 | $244 |
| 48 | Kansas Range: $89 – $399 | $244 |
| 49 | Oklahoma Range: $77 – $469 | $243 |
| 50 | Ohio Range: $69 – $449 | $234 |
| 51 | Louisiana Range: $66 – $424 | $230 |