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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.
Santa Clarita, California

Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita's healthcare market shows limited imaging provider options, with patients paying between $62 and $85 for a Chest CT Scan visit at a median cost of $85. Based on current insurance transparency data, there are 0 active providers in Santa Clarita (0 individual practitioners and 0 group practices) offering this service locally.

Cost Summary for Chest CT Scan in Santa Clarita

Low Estimate

$62

Median

$85

High Estimate

$85

Providers

17

National avg: $302Santa Clarita: $85

72% 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.

Is It Cheaper to See a Chest CT Scan Near Santa Clarita?

Among nearby cities, Pasadena and Los Angeles both match Santa Clarita's median cost of $85 for Chest CT Scan visits, while Glendale runs slightly higher at $115 median cost. Los Angeles offers the most provider options with 2,177 active practitioners, making it a viable alternative for Santa Clarita residents seeking imaging services. The 29-mile distance to Los Angeles may be worth considering given the significantly larger provider network and competitive pricing.

Cost comparison with nearby cities
CityMedian Costvs. Santa ClaritaProviders
Santa Clarita (this city)$8517
Glendale23.8 mi away$115+$3024
Pasadena28.3 mi away$85$065
Los Angeles29 mi away$85$02,177

Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus Santa Clarita median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.

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 (this city)$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$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 Santa Clarita

What is the average cost of a Chest CT Scan visit in Santa Clarita without insurance?

Uninsured patients in Santa Clarita can expect to pay between $62 and $85 for a Chest CT Scan visit, with a median cost of $85. These figures represent negotiated insurance rates and may differ from actual cash prices. Self-pay patients should contact providers directly to confirm their specific pricing structure.

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

Based on available data for established patient visits in Santa Clarita, moderate complexity follow-up appointments cost between $62 and $85. New patient consultations typically cost 20-40% more due to additional time for initial evaluation and medical history review. Specific new patient pricing data is not currently available for Santa Clarita providers.

Are there lower-cost Chest CT Scan options in cities near Santa Clarita?

Nearby Pasadena and Los Angeles both offer the same median cost of $85 as Santa Clarita for Chest CT Scan visits. Glendale runs slightly higher at $115 median cost, making it less economical. Los Angeles provides the most options with 2,177 providers, potentially offering more scheduling flexibility at competitive rates.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Chest CT Scan in Santa Clarita?

With 0 active providers currently listed in Santa Clarita, patients should consider nearby Los Angeles or Pasadena, both offering median costs of $85. Look for providers who accept your insurance plan and have strong patient ratings. Many imaging centers offer online scheduling and cost estimates before your appointment.

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

With insurance coverage, your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan's deductible, copay structure, and whether the provider is in-network. Negotiated rates in Santa Clarita range from $62 to $85, but your actual cost may be significantly lower with insurance. Contact your insurance company to verify coverage details and in-network providers.

How many Chest CT Scans are currently practicing in Santa Clarita?

Current data shows 0 active Chest CT Scan providers in Santa Clarita, including both individual practitioners and group practices. Patients may need to travel to nearby cities such as Los Angeles (2,177 providers), Pasadena (65 providers), or Glendale (24 providers) for imaging services. These nearby options maintain competitive pricing similar to expected Santa Clarita rates.

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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 Santa Clarita, 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, Santa Clarita, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

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