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By Jayant Panwar, Healthcare Data AnalystUpdated April 5, 2026Editorial policy
Disclaimer: This page provides cost comparison data sourced from insurer Transparency in Coverage files. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical decisions.Learn about our data methodology.
Fountain Valley, California

Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in Fountain Valley

Fountain Valley's healthcare market reflects Orange County's competitive medical landscape, with patients accessing services through nearby major health systems. Patients in Fountain Valley pay between $25 and $164 for a Chest CT Scan visit, with a median cost of $80 based on insurer-negotiated rates. The local market includes 0 active providers, consisting of 0 individual practitioners and 0 group practices.

Cost Summary for Chest CT Scan in Fountain Valley

Low Estimate

$25

Median

$80

High Estimate

$164

Providers

29

National avg: $302Fountain Valley: $80

74% below national average

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 71260CT chest 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 71260 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 71260 (CT chest with contrast), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 71260 covers: the provider's professional fee for ct chest. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

Chest CT Scan Visit Costs by City in California2026

Chest CT Scan visit costs across cities in California
CityMin CostMedian CostMax Cost
West Hollywood$80$791$791
Beverly Hills$74$278$791
Palm Desert$33$270$928
Travis Afb$54$212$691
South Lake Tahoe$97$197$407
Roseville$62$171$223
Chula Vista$62$171$300
Pleasant Hill$62$171$171
Saratoga$62$171$171
Gilroy$62$171$171
North Hollywood$44$171$791
San Ramon$61$171$344
Oceanside$62$167$521
El Segundo$53$149$791
Redding$62$143$5,802
Pleasanton$62$141$208
Turlock$69$131$443
San Leandro$48$122$384
San Francisco$56$119$389
Loma Linda$42$119$389
Panorama City$72$119$389
Glendale$54$115$791
San Mateo$62$115$517
Rancho Mirage$54$115$929
Downey$54$110$369
Fresno$54$101$644
Temecula$62$100$285
Santa Clara$62$95$323
Oxnard$50$92$298
San Diego$55$90$389
Santa Cruz$62$89$379
San Jose$62$88$177
Santa Rosa$62$88$349
Los Gatos$62$88$316
Napa$62$88$383
Huntington Beach$32$88$366
Petaluma$62$88$92
Sonoma$76$88$160
San Rafael$88$88$88
Campbell$82$88$171
Novato$62$88$88
Woodland Hills$77$88$464
Milpitas$62$88$88
Morgan Hill$62$88$210
Larkspur$81$88$88
Los Angeles$80$85$691
Santa Monica$85$85$373
Torrance$62$85$550
Oakland$55$85$389
Long Beach$25$85$479
Burbank$62$85$140
Valencia$62$85$223
Walnut Creek$62$85$355
Pasadena$54$85$791
Thousand Oaks$62$85$280
Santa Barbara$42$85$291
Ventura$62$85$225
Van Nuys$70$85$510
Encino$72$85$791
Westlake Village$62$85$122
Fremont$62$85$171
Marina Del Rey$71$85$791
Redwood City$54$85$324
Redondo Beach$62$85$231
Northridge$62$85$267
Duarte$25$85$791
Sylmar$68$85$321
Culver City$44$85$791
Simi Valley$62$85$256
Santa Clarita$62$85$85
Arcadia$52$85$384
West Hills$85$85$330
Madera$48$85$181
Manhattan Beach$75$85$219
Los Alamitos$25$85$267
Calabasas$65$85$85
Whittier$35$85$300
Sherman Oaks$62$85$210
Vista$49$82$85
Stanford$80$80$437
Palo Alto$73$80$346
Irvine$25$80$262
Modesto$62$80$97
Newport Beach$25$80$334
Riverside$25$80$315
San Luis Obispo$62$80$285
Palm Springs$25$80$85
Anaheim$25$80$259
Santa Ana$25$80$85
Mission Viejo$25$80$257
Tustin$25$80$337
Fountain Valley (this city)$25$80$164
Fullerton$25$80$233
Menlo Park$58$80$229
Santa Maria$54$80$202
Salinas$62$80$500
Encinitas$62$80$401
San Clemente$36$80$261
Alameda$74$80$85
Burlingame$62$80$2,813
Corona$24$80$123
Colton$25$80$311
Escondido$25$78$285
Visalia$54$71$306
Yorba Linda$25$71$329
Brea$25$71$169
Bakersfield$15$70$190
Carlsbad$62$70$228
Costa Mesa$25$62$80
Stockton$57$62$549
Sunnyvale$62$62$88
Laguna Hills$25$62$234
Rancho Santa Margarita$25$62$78
Redlands$25$62$222
Clovis$54$62$169
Laguna Niguel$25$62$81
Folsom$62$62$791
Monterey$28$62$291
San Juan Capistrano$25$62$80
Cupertino$62$62$88
La Mesa$62$62$343
Garden Grove$25$62$226
Vallejo$62$62$504

Costs reflect self-pay estimates based on insurer-negotiated rates. Insured patients may pay significantly less depending on plan type, deductible status, and network tier.

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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 — Chest CT Scan Costs in Fountain Valley

What is the average cost of a Chest CT Scan visit in Fountain Valley without insurance?

Self-pay patients in Fountain Valley can expect to pay between $25 and $164 for a Chest CT Scan visit, with a median cost of $80. These rates are based on what insurance companies have negotiated to pay local providers. The final cost depends on the complexity of your visit and the specific provider you choose.

How much more does a new patient consultation cost compared to a follow-up in Fountain Valley?

While our data shows established patient visits (moderate complexity) cost a median of $80 in Fountain Valley, new patient consultations typically cost more due to additional time for initial evaluation. Simple follow-up visits generally cost less than the $80 median shown. The exact difference varies by provider and the complexity of care needed.

Are there lower-cost Chest CT Scan options in cities near Fountain Valley?

Fountain Valley's median cost of $80 is actually quite competitive compared to other California cities. Nearby Chula Vista and Hayward have median costs of $171, while Beverly Hills averages $278 per visit. Fountain Valley offers some of the most affordable Chest CT Scan care in the region.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Chest CT Scan in Fountain Valley?

Our provider directory filters specialists by both cost and patient ratings to help you find quality, affordable care. With costs ranging from $25 to $164 in Fountain Valley, you can compare providers based on their negotiated rates with insurance companies. Patient reviews and credentials are verified to help you make an informed decision.

What should I expect to pay for a Chest CT Scan visit in Fountain Valley with insurance?

With insurance, your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan's deductible, copay, and coinsurance structure. The underlying visit costs range from $25 to $164 in Fountain Valley, with a median of $80. Your insurance will apply these negotiated rates when calculating your portion of the bill.

How many Chest CT Scans are currently practicing in Fountain Valley?

There are currently 0 active providers offering Chest CT Scan services in Fountain Valley, including 0 individual practitioners and 0 group practices. This reflects the current network of specialists with transparent pricing data available. Patients may need to consider nearby cities for additional options.

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Jayant Panwar

CEO & Healthcare Data Analyst, Momentary Labs

Last updated: April 5, 2026

About This Data

Cost data sourced from Transparency in Coverage (TiC) machine-readable files published by UnitedHealthcare as required by the CMS Price Transparency Rule. These are actual negotiated rates between insurers and providers — not estimates.

Prices shown are for CT chest with contrast (CPT 71260) in Fountain Valley, California.

Actual out-of-pocket costs depend on your insurance plan, deductible, coinsurance, and services received. This is not medical advice.

About this page

Data source: UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, CPT 71260, Fountain Valley, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

Editorial policy: Momentary Labs does not accept payment from providers, hospitals, or insurers to influence cost rankings or editorial content. Read our full editorial policy.

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