Cost of a CT Abdomen Pelvis Visit
in Pennsylvania
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Pennsylvania's healthcare costs run approximately 9% above the national average, with significant variations between Philadelphia's urban medical centers and the state's extensive rural counties. CT Abdomen Pelvis procedures in Pennsylvania typically cost between $75.56 and $753.37, with a median negotiated rate of $215.03 based on insurance company data. With over 1,600 active providers offering these services across the Commonwealth, patients have numerous options to find affordable, in-network CT Abdomen Pelvis care throughout Pennsylvania.
Average
$348
Median
$215
Lowest
$76
Highest
$753
Providers
1,669
41% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does ct abdomen & pelvis compare to related procedures in Pennsylvania?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $57 | $215 | $879 | 1,970 |
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $55 | $134 | $506 | 1,965 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $55 | $132 | $527 | 1,641 |
| CT Chest CT scan of the chest with contrast | 71260 | $50 | $115 | $389 | 2,029 |
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 Pennsylvania
Healthcare costs in Pennsylvania run approximately 9% above the national average, driven by the state's mix of high-cost urban medical centers and rural access challenges. The Commonwealth's concentrated insurance market, dominated by Highmark and Independence Blue Cross, creates distinct regional pricing patterns between eastern and western Pennsylvania.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Pennsylvania's geography creates stark contrasts between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh's dense provider networks and the limited options available in rural counties across central and northern regions. Urban areas benefit from competition among multiple health systems, while rural communities often rely on critical access hospitals with higher per-procedure costs due to lower volume. This geographic disparity significantly impacts both access and pricing for CT Abdomen Pelvis services across the state.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Pennsylvania's healthcare landscape is dominated by large health systems like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Geisinger, which often operate hospital-based imaging centers with higher overhead costs than independent facilities. Academic medical centers in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh typically charge premium rates due to their teaching hospital status and advanced technology investments. Standalone imaging centers and outpatient facilities generally offer more competitive pricing but may have more limited hours or services.
Insurance Market Competition in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania insurance market is relatively concentrated, with Highmark dominating western regions and Independence Blue Cross serving southeastern markets, while UnitedHealthcare maintains statewide presence. This regional concentration can limit negotiating power and create pricing variations based on geographic location rather than true market competition. The lack of robust insurer competition in many Pennsylvania counties contributes to higher negotiated rates compared to more competitive state markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in Pennsylvania
With over 1,600 active providers offering CT Abdomen Pelvis services, Pennsylvania maintains adequate specialist supply in urban areas while facing shortages in rural regions. The concentration of providers in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and other metropolitan areas creates competitive pricing in these markets but may result in longer wait times and higher costs in underserved rural counties. This supply distribution directly impacts both accessibility and pricing patterns across different regions of the Commonwealth.
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 Pennsylvania
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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 |