CT Scan Cost in Sarasota-Bradenton, FL

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is an imaging procedure that uses a rotating X-ray device and computer processing to produce cross-sectional images of the organs, tissues, and structures between the lower chest and the hips. The patient lies on a table that moves through a ring-shaped scanner. Two billing codes apply here: HCPCS 74176 (without contrast) and HCPCS 74177 (with contrast dye). The facility fee covers the hospital's scanner, room, and technical staff. Prices on this page come from CMS-mandated hospital price transparency files.

Data last accessed by us: 2026-10-15 · Newest hospital file date among hospitals below: 6/30/2026

Scope note: These are hospital facility fees only. Standalone imaging centers (not hospitals) often charge significantly less for outpatient imaging but are not covered by the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule, so they are not included in this data. We currently track only hospital-published prices.

CT Abdomen and Pelvis without Contrast (HCPCS 74176)

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Hospital	Gross Charge	Cash Price	Low Insured	High Insured
HCA Blake *	$36,406.50	$36,406.50 *	$517.79	$33,493.98	Schedule →
HCA Englewood *	$20,754.14	$20,754.14 *	$517.79	$19,093.81	Schedule →
HCA Sarasota Doctors *	$23,778.59	$23,778.59 *	$517.79	$21,876.30	Schedule →
Sarasota Memorial	$7,033	$2,813.20	$60.52	$7,631.02	Schedule →
Sarasota Memorial Venice	$7,033	$2,813.20	$206.90	$7,631.02	Schedule →

* Hospitals marked with * publish cash prices equal to their gross charges, meaning no separate self-pay discount appears in their transparency file. The insured rates shown are negotiated rates between the hospital and specific insurance plans. Uninsured patients may be able to negotiate lower rates by contacting the hospital directly.

CT Abdomen and Pelvis with Contrast (HCPCS 74177)

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Hospital	Gross Charge	Cash Price	Low Insured	High Insured
HCA Blake *	$41,714.09	$41,714.09 *	$767	$38,376.96	Schedule →
HCA Englewood *	$24,033.42	$24,033.42 *	$767	$22,110.75	Schedule →
HCA Sarasota Doctors *	$23,778.59	$23,778.59 *	$767	$21,876.30	Schedule →
Sarasota Memorial	$7,869	$3,147.60	$59.99	$8,708.36	Schedule →
Sarasota Memorial Venice	$7,869	$3,147.60	$206.90	$8,708.36	Schedule →

What These Prices Mean

Understanding the price columns The gross charge is the hospital's full list price, also called the chargemaster rate. The cash price is what a patient without insurance pays. The insured range shows the lowest and highest negotiated rates across insurance plans. At Sarasota Memorial, code 74176 has a gross charge of $7,033 and a cash price of $2,813.20, which is 40% of gross. At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, the same code has a gross charge of $36,406.50 and a cash price equal to 100% of gross. Sarasota Memorial applies a 60% discount from gross, yet its cash price remains far lower because its starting gross is lower. Patients on high-deductible plans who have not yet met their deductible owe the negotiated rate, not the gross charge. Code variations Code 74176 covers a scan performed without contrast dye, while 74177 covers a scan performed with contrast dye, which adds the contrast material and its administration. At Sarasota Memorial, the cash price is $2,813.20 for 74176 and $3,147.60 for 74177, a difference of $334.40. At HCA Florida Blake, the cash prices are $36,406.50 and $41,714.09, a difference of $5,307.59.

Why CT Scan Prices Vary

Hospital pricing structures Gross charges for code 74176 range from $7,033 at Sarasota Memorial to $36,406.50 at HCA Florida Blake, a gap of $29,373.50. The cash price gap runs from $2,813.20 to $36,406.50, or $33,593.30 for the same code. The gap in dollars is actually wider at the cash level because the Sarasota Memorial hospitals discount their gross charge by 60% while the HCA hospitals in this dataset list cash prices equal to gross. For code 74177, cash prices range from $3,147.60 to $41,714.09. Facility type and alternatives Prices reflect each hospital's own chargemaster and contracting history rather than a standard scale. Hospitals with teaching programs, trauma designations, or different cost structures may set different list prices than community hospitals. All five facilities in this dataset are hospitals. Outpatient imaging centers and freestanding facilities are not included here and may charge differently for the same codes. Across all hospitals and both codes, cash prices range from $2,813.20 to $41,714.09.

Paying cash? Health insurance could lower your CT Scan cost.

Published cash prices on this page range from $2,813.20 to $41,714.09 (including hospitals that publish cash equal to gross charge, marked with * in the table). The lowest insured rate in the price table is $59.99 (Sarasota Memorial Hospital). Insured rates depend on the plan, and the lowest are often Medicaid, CHIP or Medicare Advantage plans, so they may not reflect what a commercial or marketplace plan pays. If you are uninsured, a marketplace health plan could reduce your out-of-pocket cost for this procedure.

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Compare Insurer Rates for CT Scan in Sarasota-Bradenton

How much does each insurance company pay for ct scan at Sarasota-Bradenton hospitals?

Insurer	Lowest Rate	At Hospital	Highest Rate	Hospitals
Simply Healthcare	$59.99	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$7,091.40	5
Sunshine Health	$59.99	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$10,637.09	5
Molina Healthcare	$61.70	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$13,348.51	5
AmeriHealth Caritas	$62.84	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$18,354.20	5
UnitedHealthcare	$84.79	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$10,700.37	5
Aetna	$86.09	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$7,133.58	5
Cigna	$121.67	Sarasota Memorial Hospital	$19,022.87	3
AvMed	$767	HCA Florida Blake Hospital	$7,659.16	5

Rates shown are the lowest and highest negotiated rates each insurer has published across Sarasota-Bradenton hospitals for this procedure. Your actual cost depends on your plan's deductible, copay, and coinsurance.

What Insurers Actually Pay

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Published negotiated rates for CT Abdomen and Pelvis without Contrast (HCPCS 74176) at Sarasota Memorial, outpatient facility fee:

CT Abdomen and Pelvis without Contrast (74176), Sarasota Memorial Payer Rates

Insurance Payer	Plan Type	Negotiated Rate
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$60.52
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$60.52
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$60.52
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$60.52
Sunshine State Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$60.52
Sunshine State Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$60.52
Molina Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$62.25
Molina Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$62.25
Molina Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$62.25
Molina Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$62.25
Community Care Plan Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$63.40
Community Care Plan Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$63.40
Amerihealth Caritas Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$63.40
Amerihealth Caritas Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$63.40
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$76.08
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$76.08
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$77.56
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$77.56
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$77.56
Simply Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$77.56
Sunshine State Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$77.56
Sunshine State Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$77.56
Molina Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$79.78
Molina Oncology UPW	Healthy Kids	$79.78
Molina Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$79.78
Molina Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$79.78
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$80.46
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$80.46
Community Care Plan Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$81.25
Community Care Plan Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$81.25
Amerihealth Caritas Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$81.25
Amerihealth Caritas Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$81.25
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$84.79
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$84.79
Aetna Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$86.09
Aetna Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$86.09
WellCare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$86.28
WellCare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$86.28
Simply Freedom Optimum Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$89.07
Simply Freedom Optimum Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$89.07
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$97.50
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicaid HMO	$97.50
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$99.03
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$99.03
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$101.75
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$101.75
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$103.63
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$103.63
Aetna Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$105.96
Aetna Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$105.96
WellCare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$106.18
WellCare Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$106.18
Simply Freedom Optimum Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$109.70
Simply Freedom Optimum Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$109.70
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Blue Select	$115.46
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Blue Select	$115.46
Cigna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$121.67
Cigna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$121.67
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Health Options	$123.98
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Health Options	$123.98
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$124.36
Florida Community Care Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$124.36
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Network Blue	$130.18
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Network Blue	$130.18
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	PPC PPO	$133.28
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	PPC PPO	$133.28
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Traditional	$133.28
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Traditional	$133.28
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Commercial	$133.71
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Commercial	$133.71
Oscar Health Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$137.72
Oscar Health Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$137.72
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Blue Select	$142.75
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Blue Select	$142.75
Cigna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$149.73
Cigna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$149.73
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Health Options	$153.29
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Health Options	$153.29
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Network Blue	$160.96
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Network Blue	$160.96
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	PPC PPO	$164.79
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	PPC PPO	$164.79
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Traditional	$164.79
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Traditional	$164.79
Oscar Health Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$169.47
Oscar Health Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$169.47
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Commercial	$171.06
United Healthcare Oncology UPW	Commercial	$171.06
Aetna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$182.34
Aetna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$182.34
Blue Cross Oncology UPW	Medicare Advantage	$203.55
Simply Healthcare	Healthy Kids	$206.90
AmBetter Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$216.19
AmBetter Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$216.19
Simply Healthcare	Medicaid HMO	$217.25
Sunshine State	Medicaid HMO	$217.25
Aetna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$221.74
Aetna Oncology UPW	Commercial	$221.74
Molina	Healthy Kids	$223.45
Molina	Medicaid HMO	$223.45
Florida Community Care	Medicaid HMO	$227.59
Community Care Plan	Medicaid HMO	$227.59
Amerihealth Caritas	Medicaid HMO	$227.59
Blue Cross	Medicare Advantage	$249.16
Aetna	Medicare Advantage	$254.76
United Healthcare	Medicare Advantage	$256.64
WellCare	Medicare Advantage	$261.62
Simply Freedom Optimum	Medicare Advantage	$261.62
AmBetter Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$266.03
AmBetter Oncology UPW	Individual Exchange	$266.03
Florida Community Care	Medicare Advantage	$274.08
United Healthcare	Non-Options PPO	$524.34
United Healthcare	Individual Exchange	$524.34
AmBetter	Individual Exchange	$672.74
Cigna	Commercial	$687.47
Aetna	Gatekeeper	$1,271.11
Enlyte	Worker's Compensation	$4,315.14
Aetna	Worker's Compensation	$4,315.14
Careworks	Worker's Compensation	$4,315.14
United Healthcare	Options PPO	$4,388.59
Aetna	Signature	$4,923.10
Avmed	Commercial	$5,033.35
Cigna	PPO	$5,063.76
United Healthcare	Indemnity	$5,281.78
Aetna	Non-Gatekeeper	$5,323.98
USA Managed Care	PPO	$5,516
Aetna	International	$5,626.40
First Health	PPO	$5,722.85
United Healthcare	Options PPO	$5,851.87
Aetna	Signature	$6,564.60
Avmed	Commercial	$6,711.62
Cigna	PPO	$6,752.16
United Healthcare	Indemnity	$7,042.88
Aetna	Non-Gatekeeper	$7,099.15
Enlyte	Worker's Compensation	$7,274.14
Aetna	Worker's Compensation	$7,274.14
Careworks	Worker's Compensation	$7,274.14
USA Managed Care	PPO	$7,355.20
Aetna	International	$7,502.40
First Health	PPO	$7,631.02

Key finding: For code 74177, negotiated rates range from $59.99 at Sarasota Memorial to $38,376.96 at HCA Florida Blake, a 640x difference for the same scan.

What to Do With These CT Scan Prices

Ask which of two codes applies. This page covers 74176 (CT abdomen and pelvis without contrast) and 74177 (with contrast). The ordering office can tell you the exact CPT code, and whether contrast is part of the order changes which one is billed. Quote that code when you call a hospital and ask for its cash price and an itemized estimate in writing.

Measure the quote against what the page shows. Cash prices here vary a lot by hospital. Sarasota Memorial Hospital lists $2,813.20 for 74176, while HCA Florida Blake Hospital lists $36,406.50 for the same code, and that figure is identical to its gross charge. Three of the 5 hospitals publish cash equal to gross, so a quote that matches the gross charge is worth questioning. At Sarasota Memorial Hospital, insured rates for 74176 run as low as $60.52, so you can ask how a cash quote compares with what your plan would pay there.

Expect more than the hospital's line item. The price on this page is the hospital (technical) charge only. When the bills arrive, check for:

The facility fee, which should match the code you were quoted.
A separate bill from the radiologist who reads the images.
Any contrast or supply charges listed apart from the scan.

Limits to keep in mind. All 10 price rows here include a published cash price and a gross charge, so no $0 or blank figures appear. Outpatient and freestanding imaging centers are not in this dataset and may price differently, so a quote from one is not directly comparable to these hospital figures.

Financial assistance and discounts. Nonprofit hospitals are required to publish a financial assistance policy, and the billing office can send it with an application. Some hospitals also offer prompt-pay or self-pay discounts; these vary by hospital and are not included in this data. If you are uninsured or not using insurance for scheduled care, you can ask the provider for a good faith estimate before the appointment.

General information about using published prices, not medical, legal or financial advice. Confirm your own cost with the hospital and your insurer. Our methodology · Medical Disclaimer

What Patients Ask About CT Scan Costs

How much does a ct scan cost without insurance in Sarasota-Bradenton?

Without insurance, cash prices vary by hospital and code. Sarasota Memorial and Sarasota Memorial Venice list $2,813.20 for code 74176 and $3,147.60 for code 74177. HCA Florida Englewood lists $20,754.14 for 74176 and $24,033.42 for 74177. HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors lists $23,778.59 for both codes. HCA Florida Blake lists $36,406.50 for 74176 and $41,714.09 for 74177. Overall, cash prices range from $2,813.20 to $41,714.09. These are facility fees, covering the hospital's room, equipment, and staff. Physician and professional fees are billed separately.

Why is the gross charge so much higher than the cash price?

The gross charge, or chargemaster price, is a hospital's full list price before any discounts. Almost no one pays it. At Sarasota Memorial and Sarasota Memorial Venice, the cash price is 40% of gross, such as $2,813.20 against $7,033 for code 74176. At the three HCA hospitals in this dataset, the cash price is 100% of gross, meaning no cash discount appears in the data. A larger percentage discount does not always mean a lower price: Sarasota Memorial's 60% discount applies to a much lower starting gross charge, which is why its cash prices are lower than the HCA hospitals' prices.

Does insurance cover a ct scan?

Coverage depends on your plan and whether the scan is considered medically necessary. Negotiated rates vary widely. For code 74176, the 323 payer rates in the data range from $60.52 to $33,493.98. For code 74177, the 299 rates range from $59.99 to $38,376.96. Non-emergency scans may require prior authorization from the insurer. If you have a high-deductible plan and have not met your deductible, you owe the negotiated rate for your plan, not the gross charge. Your insurer can provide the rate that applies to your specific plan.

Are there additional fees beyond the ct scan facility charge?

Yes. The prices on this page are facility fees, which cover the hospital's scanner, room, and technical staff. A radiologist who interprets the images typically bills a separate professional reading fee. Contrast material and its administration are reflected in the code for scans with contrast (74177), but other services may be billed separately. If the scan is performed in an emergency department, a separate emergency room facility fee applies in addition to the imaging charge. Dollar amounts for these additional fees are not included in the hospital price files used for this page.

What is the cash price for a CT abdomen and pelvis at Sarasota Memorial Hospital?

Sarasota Memorial Hospital publishes a cash price of $2,813.20 for CPT 74176 (without contrast) and $3,147.60 for CPT 74177 (with contrast). Both are about 40% of the gross charges of $7,033 and $7,869. These are facility charges only, so separate fees such as a radiologist's reading are not included.

Which Sarasota hospitals charge the same cash price as their gross charge for a CT scan?

Three of the five hospitals on this page publish cash prices equal to gross charges: HCA Florida Blake Hospital, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, and HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. For these, cash is 100% of gross, so no self-pay discount is published. For example, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital lists $20,754.14 for 74176. Figures are facility charges only.

What is the highest CT scan price published in Bradenton-Sarasota?

The highest published price on this page is $41,714.09 at HCA Florida Blake Hospital for CPT 74177 (CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast). It is both the gross charge and the cash price there. The lowest gross charge is $7,033 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. These are facility charges only and exclude separate professional fees.

What do UnitedHealthcare and Aetna pay for a CT scan in Sarasota?

Across the five hospitals on this page, UnitedHealthcare rates run from $84.79 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital to $10,700.37 at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. Aetna rates run from $86.09 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital to $7,133.58 at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. These are facility rates only and may differ by plan.

What is the difference between CPT 74176 and 74177 for a CT scan?

CPT 74176 is CT abdomen and pelvis without contrast, and 74177 is the same scan with contrast. At Sarasota Memorial Hospital, the cash price is $2,813.20 for 74176 and $3,147.60 for 74177. At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, the cash prices are $36,406.50 and $41,714.09. All figures are facility charges only.

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