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ALABAMA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Alabama CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $360
Alabama CT Scan with contrast price range $370- $410
Alabama CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $470

Best Value Alabama Imaging Center Locations....
(Many other low cost Alabama CT Scan center locations available)
Montgomery, Alabama CT Scan no contrast $270
Birmingham, Alabama CT Scan no contrast $270

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Comprehensive Price Range List Updated 9-14-2012
 Price range from lowest to highest listed by State

ALABAMA LOWEST COST MRI $380
ALABAMA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Alabama cheap, low cost, discount MRI no contrast price range $380 - $605
Alabama cheap, low cost, discount MRI with contrast price range $480 - $695
Alabama cheap, low cost, discount MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $905
Alabama cheap, low cost, discount CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $360
Alabama cheap, low cost, discount CT Scan with contrast price range $370- $410
Alabama cheap, low cost, discount CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $470

Best Value Alabama Imaging Center Locations....
(Many other low cost Alabama imaging center locations available)
Montgomery, Alabama MRI no contrast $380
Montgomery, Alabama CT Scan no contrast $270
Birmingham, Alabama MRI no contrast $460
Birmingham, Alabama CT Scan no contrast $270

ARIZONA LOWEST COST MRI $300
ARIZONA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $190
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Arizona MRI no contrast price range $300 - $605
Arizona MRI with contrast price range $350 - $695
Arizona MRI with & without contrast price range $350 - $905
Arizona CT Scan no contrast price range $190 - $360
Arizona CT Scan with contrast price range $240- $410
Arizona CT Scan with & without contrast price range $240 - $470

Best Value Arizona Imaging Center Locations....
(Many other low cost Arizona imaging center locations available)
Chandler, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, Mesa

ARKANSAS LOWEST COST MRI $510
ARKANSAS LOWEST COST CT SCAN $250
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Arkansas MRI no contrast price range $510 - $995
Arkansas MRI with contrast price range $610 - $1,210
Arkansas MRI with & without contrast price range $610 - $1,420
Arkansas CT Scan no contrast price range $250 - $570
Arkansas CT Scan with contrast price range $350 - $670
Arkansas CT Scan with & without contrast price range $350 - $950

Best Value Arkansas Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Arkansas imaging center locations available)
Fayetteville, Bentonville, North Little Rock, Little Rock

CALIFORNIA LOWEST COST MRI $325
CALIFORNIA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $190
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California MRI no contrast price range $325 - $570
California MRI with contrast price range $435 - $655
California MRI with & without contrast price range $435- $805
California CT Scan no contrast price range $190 - $360
California CT Scan with contrast price range $250 - $410
California CT Scan with & without contrast price range $250 - $470

Best Value California Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost California imaging center locations available)
Anaheim, Antioch, Arcadia, Bellflower, Beverly Hills, Brea, Buena Park, Carlsbad, Carmel, Chico, Clovis, Colton, Corona, Cypress, Downey, El Centro, Elk Grove, Encinitas, Encino, Fallbrook, Garden Grove, Gardena, Glendale, Harbor City, Hayward, Huntington Beach, Inglewood, Irvine, Laguna Niguel, Lake Elsinore, Lancaster, Lodi, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Los Gatos, Lynwood, Maywood, Marina Del Rey, Montclair, Monterey Park, North Hollywood, Ontario, Oxnard, Panorama City, Pasadena, Pinole, Pleasanton, Pomona, Redding, Salinas, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Barbara, Santa Clarita, Santa Maria, Stockton, Sylmar, Torrance, Tustin, Upland, Van Nuys, Visalia, Westlake Village and Woodland Hills

COLORADO LOWEST COST MRI $510
COLORADO LOWEST COST CT SCAN $350
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Colorado MRI no contrast price range $510 - $630
Colorado MRI with contrast price range $560 - $720
Colorado MRI with & without contrast price $660 - $880
Colorado CT Scan no contrast price $350 - $360
Colorado CT Scan with contrast price $440 - $450
Colorado CT Scan with & without contrast price $450 - $490

Best Value Colorado Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Colorado imaging center locations available)
MRI - Denver, Colorado Springs & Pueblo
CT Scans - Colorado Springs, Denver, Englewood, Golden, Lakewood, LIttleton, Longmont, Louisville, Thornton

CONNECTICUT LOWEST COST MRI $830
CONNECTICUT LOWEST COST CT SCAN $545
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NOTE: Travel to NYC and save more than half.

Connecticut MRI no contrast price $830
Connecticut MRI with contrast price $930
Connecticut MRI with & without contrast price $1,030
Connecticut CT Scan no contrast price $545
Connecticut CT Scan with contrast price $570
Connecticut CT Scan with & without contrast price $670

DELAWARE LOWEST COST MRI $755
DELAWARE LOWEST COST CT SCAN $420
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Delaware MRI no contrast price $755
Delaware MRI with contrast price $830
Delaware MRI with & without contrast price $980
Delaware CT Scan no contrast price $420
Delaware CT Scan with contrast price $470
Delaware CT Scan with & without contrast price $520

NOTE: Travel to NYC and save.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA LOWEST COST MRI $555
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $360
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District of Columbia MRI no contrast price $555
District of Columbia MRI with contrast price $630
District of Columbia MRI with & without contrast price $800
District of Columbia CT Scan no contrast price $360
District of Columbia CT Scan with contrast price $410
District of Columbia CT Scan with & without contrast price $460

FLORIDA LOWEST COST MRI $335
FLORIDA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $190
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Florida MRI no contrast price range $335 - $520
Florida MRI with contrast price range $435 - $530
Florida MRI with & without contrast price range $435 - $880
Florida CT Scan no contrast price range $190 - $310
Florida CT Scan with contrast price range $240 - $330
Florida CT Scan with & without contrast price range $240 - $400

Best Value Florida Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Florida imaging center locations available)
Altamonte Springs, Boynton Beach, Bradenton, Brooksville, Cape Coral, Crestview, Delray Beach, Fort Myers, Homosassa, Gainesville, Kissimmee, Lake Mary, Lake Worth, Miami, Navarre, New Smyrna, Clermont, Orlando, Plantation, Pompano Beach, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Venice, West Palm Beach, Winter Park

GEORGIA LOWEST COST MRI $380
GEORGIA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Georgia MRI no contrast price range $380 - $580
Georgia MRI with contrast price range $480 - $655
Georgia MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $865
Georgia CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $370
Georgia CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $410
Georgia CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $470

Best Value Georgia Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Georgia imaging center locations available)
Albany, Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, Cartersville, Decatur, Lawrenceville, Rome, Royston

IDAHO LOWEST COST MRI $1,030
IDAHO LOWEST COST CT SCAN $1,080

Idaho MRI no contrast $1,030
Idaho MRI with contrast $1,080
Idaho MRI with and without contrast $1,165
Idaho CT Scan no contrast $495
Idaho CT Scan with contrast $595
Idaho CT Scan with and without contrast $670

All Idaho imaging centers have the same price.
Note: Travel to another state to save money.

ILLINOIS LOWEST COST MRI $380
ILLINOIS LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Illinois MRI no contrast price range $380 - $660
Illinois MRI with contrast price range $480 - $735
Illinois MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $910
Illinois CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $415
Illinois CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $445
Illinois CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $585

Best Value Illinois Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Illinois imaging center locations available)
Carol Stream, Champaign, Chicago, Darien, Elk Grove, Elm Hurst,  Elmwood Park, Melrose Park, North Riverside, Oak Park, Roselle, South Holland, Waukegan

INDIANA LOWEST COST MRI $485
INDIANA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Indiana MRI no contrast price range $460 - $955
Indiana MRI with contrast price range $560 - $955
Indiana MRI with & without contrast price range $560 - $1,315
Indiana CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $570
Indiana CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $670
Indiana CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $770

Best Value Indiana Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Indiana imaging center locations available)
Auburn, Decatur, Fort Wayne, Elkhart, Goshen, Jeffersonville, Marion, Merrillville, Muncie

IOWA LOWEST COST MRI $830
IOWA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $645
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Iowa MRI no contrast price $830
Iowa MRI with contrast price $930
Iowa MRI with & without contrast price $1,315
Iowa CT Scan no contrast price $645
Iowa CT Scan with contrast price $695
Iowa CT Scan with & without contrast price $745

All Iowa imaging centers have the same price.

KANSAS LOWEST COST MRI $510
KANSAS LOWEST COST CT SCAN $445
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Kansas MRI no contrast price range $510-$830
Kansas MRI with contrast price range $560-$930
Kansas MRI with & without contrast price range $635-$1,090
Kansas CT Scan no contrast price $445
Kansas CT Scan with contrast price $495
Kansas CT Scan with & without contrast price $545

Best Value Kansas MRI Location...
(Many other low cost Kansas MRI centers available)
Wichita, Kansas MRI no contrast $510
Wichita, Kansas MRI with contrast $560
Wichita, Kansas MRI with and without contrast $635
Note:  All Kansas CT Scan locations are the same price.

KENTUCKY LOWEST COST MRI $435
KENTUCKY LOWEST COST CT SCAN $300
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Kentucky MRI no contrast price range $435 - $650
Kentucky MRI with contrast price range $470 - $745
Kentucky MRI with & without contrast price range $510 - $1,085
Kentucky CT Scan no contrast price range $250 - $375
Kentucky CT Scan with contrast price range $325 - $420
Kentucky CT Scan with & without contrast price range $325 - $505

Best Value Kentucky Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Kentucky imaging center locations available)
Elizabethtown, Lexington, Somerset
 

LOUISIANA LOWEST COST MRI $430
LOUISIANA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $470
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Louisiana MRI no contrast price range $430 - $730
Louisiana MRI with contrast price range $530 - $830
Louisiana MRI with & without contrast price range $530 - $995
Louisiana CT Scan no contrast price $470
Louisiana CT Scan with contrast price $545
Louisiana CT Scan with & without contrast price $595

Best Value Louisiana MRI Locations...
(Many other low cost Louisiana locations available)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana MRI no contrast $430
Baton Rouge, Louisiana MRI with contrast $530
Baton Rouge, Louisiana MRI with and without contrast $530
Metairie, Louisiana MRI no contrast $430
Metairie, Louisiana MRI with contrast $530
Metairie, Louisiana MRI with and without contrast $530

MARYLAND LOWEST COST MRI $380
MARYLAND LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Maryland MRI no contrast price range $380 - $630
Maryland MRI with contrast price range $480 - $720
Maryland MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $995
Maryland CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $360
Maryland CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $410
Maryland CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $460

Maryland Best Value Imaging Centers...
(Many other low cost Maryland imaging center locations available)
Baltimore, Maryland MRI no contrast $380
Baltimore, Maryland MRI with contrast $480
Baltimore, Maryland MRI with and without contrast $480
Columbia, Maryland CT Scan no contrast $270
Columbia, Maryland CT Scan with contrast $370
Columbia, Maryland CT Scan with and without contrast $370

MASSACHUSETTS LOWEST COST MRI $580
MASSACHUSETTS LOWEST COST CT SCAN $360
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Massachusetts MRI no contrast price $580
Massachusetts MRI with contrast price $580
Massachusetts MRI with & without contrast price $780
Massachusetts CT Scan no contrast price $360
Massachusetts CT Scan with contrast price $410
Massachusetts CT Scan with & without contrast price $475

All Massachusetts imaging centers have the same price.
Note: Travel to NY City and save hundreds.

MICHIGAN LOWEST COST MRI $560
MICHIGAN LOWEST COST CT SCAN $300
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Michigan MRI no contrast price range $560-$755
Michigan MRI with contrast price range $610-$770
Michigan MRI with & without contrast price range $710 - $1,280
Michigan CT Scan no contrast price range $300 - $450
Michigan CT Scan with contrast price range $345 - $520
Michigan CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $475

Best Value Michigan Imaging Center Locations..
(Many other low cost Michigan imaging centers available.)
Detroit

Note: Consider traveling to Chicago or Ohio to save money.

Note: Many Southern Michigan residents travel to Toledo for better prices.

MINNESOTA LOWEST COST MRI $435
MINNESOTA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $570
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Minnesota MRI no contrast price range $435 - $905
Minnesota MRI with contrast price range $470 - $1,030
Minnesota MRI with & without contrast price range $555- $1,230
Minnesota CT Scan no contrast price $570
Minnesota CT Scan with contrast price $595
Minnesota CT Scan with & without contrast price $620

Best Value Minnesota MRI Center Locations...
(Many other Minnesota locations available)
Minneapolis, St. Paul

MISSISSIPPI LOWEST COST MRI $510
MISSISSIPPI LOWEST COST CT SCAN $440
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Mississippi MRI no contrast price $510 - $830
Mississippi MRI with contrast price $560 - $930
Mississippi MRI with & without contrast price $610 - $1,280
Mississippi CT Scan no contrast price $440
Mississippi CT Scan with contrast price $510
Mississippi CT Scan with & without contrast price $570

MISSOURI LOWEST COST MRI $380
MISSOURI LOWEST COST CT SCAN $350
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Missouri MRI no contrast price $380 - $735
Missouri MRI with contrast price $480 - $810
Missouri MRI with & without contrast price $480 - $910
Missouri CT Scan no contrast price $350 - $415
Missouri CT Scan with contrast price $400 - $470
Missouri CT Scan with & without contrast price $450 - $510

Best Value Missouri Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Missouri imaging center locations available)
St. Louis, Florrisant, MIssouri MRI no contrast $380
St. Louis, Florrisant, Missouri MRI with contrast $480
St. Louis, Florrisant, Missouri MRI with and without contrast $480
Springfield, MIssouri MRI no contrast $460
Springfield, MIssouri MRI with contrast $560
Springfield, Missouri MRI with and without contrast $616
Independence, Missouri MRI no contrast $510
Independence, Missouri MRI with contrast $710
Independence, Missouri MRI with and without contrast 710
Independence, Missouri CT Scan no contrast $350
Independence, Missouri CT Scan with contrast $400
Independence, Missouri CT Scan with and without contrast $450
 

MONTANA LOWEST COST MRI $955
MONTANA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $535
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Billings, Montana MRI no contrast price $955
Billings, Montana MRI with contrast price $1,100
Billings, Montana MRI with & without contrast price $1,575
Billings, Montana CT Scan no contrast price $535
Billings, Montana CT Scan with contrast price $620
Billings, Montana CT Scan with & without contrast price $805

NEBRASKA LOWEST COST MRI $435
NEBRASKA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $300
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Nebraska MRI no contrast price range $435 - $930
Nebraska MRI with contrast price range $470 - $1,080
Nebraska MRI with & without contrast price range $555 - $1,280
Nebraska CT Scan no contrast price range $300 - $420
Nebraska CT Scan with contrast price range $325 - $470
Nebraska CT Scan with & without contrast price range $350 - $570

Best Value Nebraska Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Nebraska imaging center locations available)
Omaha, Nebraska MRI no contrast $435
Omaha, Nebraska MRI with contrast $470
Omaha, Nebraska MRI with and without contrast $555
Omaha, Nebraska CT Scan no contrast $300
Omaha, Nebraska CT Scan with contrast $325
Omaha, Nebraska CT Scan with and without contrast $350

NEVADA LOWEST COST MRI $380
NEVADA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Nevada MRI no contrast price range $380 - $780
Nevada MRI with contrast price range $480 - $930
Nevada MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $930
Nevada CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $460
Nevada CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $510
Nevada CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $560

Best Value Nevada Imaging Center locations...
(Many other low cost Nevada imaging center locations available)
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada MRI no contrast $380
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada MRI with contrast $480
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada MRI with and without contrast $480
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada CT Scan no contrast $270
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada CT Scan with contrast $370
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada CT Scan with and without contrast $370

NEW HAMPSHIRE LOWEST COST MRI $1,985
NEW HAMPSHIRE LOWEST COST CT SCAN $1,120

New Hampshire MRI no contrast $1,985
New Hampshire MRI with contrast $2,310
New Hampshire MRI with and without contrast $2,810
New Hampshire CT Scan no contrast $1,120
New Hampshire CT Scan with contrast $1,285
New Hampshire CT Scan with and without contrast $1,335

New Hampshire has the highest prices in our program. 
Travel to most other states and save up to 80%.

NEW JERSEY LOWEST COST MRI $380
NEW JERSEY LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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New Jersey MRI no contrast price range $380 - $565
New Jersey MRI with contrast price range $480 - $720
New Jersey MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $905
New Jersey CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $360
New Jersey CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $410
New Jersey CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $460

Best Value New Jersey Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost New Jersey locations available)
Elizabeth, Fairview, Denville, Perth Amboy, Tinton Falls, Vineland

NEW MEXICO LOWEST COST MRI $830
NEW MEXICO LOWEST COST CT SCAN $470
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New Mexico MRI no contrast price $830
New Mexico MRI with contrast price $980
New Mexico MRI with & without contrast price $980
New Mexico CT Scan no contrast price $470
New Mexico CT Scan with contrast price $520
New Mexico CT Scan with & without contrast price $570

All imaging center location prices in New Mexico are the same.

NEW YORK LOWEST COST MRI $335
NEW YORK LOWEST COST CT SCAN $190
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New York MRI no contrast price range $335 - $580
New York MRI with contrast price range $435 - $675
New York MRI with & without contrast price range $435 - $730
New York CT Scan no contrast price range $190 - $360
New York CT Scan with contrast price range $250 - $410
New York CT Scan with & without contrast price range $250 - $460

Best Value New York Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost New York imaging center locations available)
Albany, Amityville, Brooklyn, Bronx, Clifton Park, Islandia, Jamestown, Manhattan, New York , Norwich, Staten Island, Tonawanda, Valley Stream
 

NORTH CAROLINA LOWEST COST MRI $585
NORTH CAROLINA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $460
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North Carolina MRI no contrast price $830
North Carolina MRI with contrast price $930
North Carolina MRI with & without contrast price $1,055
North Carolina CT Scan no contrast price $460
North Carolina CT Scan with contrast price $510
North Carolina CT Scan with & without contrast price $560

Note: Travel outside of North Carolina for better prices.

OHIO LOWEST COST MRI $380
OHIO LOWEST COST CT SCAN $270
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Ohio MRI no contrast price range $380 - $680
Ohio MRI with contrast price range $480 - $680
Ohio MRI with & without contrast price range $480 - $995
Ohio CT Scan no contrast price range $270 - $360
Ohio CT Scan with contrast price range $370 - $410
Ohio CT Scan with & without contrast price range $370 - $460

Best Value Ohio Imaging Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Ohio imaging center locations available)
Beachwood, Brook Park, Boardsman, Canfield, Centerville, Chagrin Falls, Columbus, Concord, Fremont,
Parma, Perrysburg, Stow, Steubenville, Tipp City, Toledo, Warrensville, Willoughby Heights

OKLAHOMA LOWEST COST MRI $510
OKLAHOMA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $420
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Oklahoma MRI no contrast price range $510 - $855
Oklahoma MRI with contrast price range $560 - $955
Oklahoma MRI with & without contrast range $560 - $1,055
Oklahoma CT Scan no contrast price $420
Oklahoma CT Scan with contrast price $495
Oklahoma CT Scan with & without contrast price $545

Best Value Oklahoma MRI Center Locations...
(Many other low cost Oklahoma imaging center locations available)
Lawton, Oklahoma MRI no contrast $510
Lawton, Oklahoma MRI with contrast $560
Lawton, Oklahoma MRI with and without contrast $560
Tulsa, Oklahoma MRI no contrast $560
Tulsa, Oklahoma MRI with contrast $610
Tulsa, Oklahoma MRI with and without contrast $660
Note:  All Oklahoma CT Scans are the same price listed above.

OREGON LOWEST COST MRI $485
OREGON LOWEST COST CT SCAN $470
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Oregon MRI no contrast price $970
Oregon MRI with contrast price $1,080
Oregon MRI with & without contrast price $1,380
Oregon CT Scan no contrast price $470
Oregon CT Scan with contrast price $520
Oregon CT Scan with & without contrast price $570

Note Travel out of Oregon to save money.
Seattle  Redding, Ca, California, Arizona, Las Vegas and more!

PENNSYLVANIA LOWEST COST MRI $360
PENNSYLVANIA LOWEST COST CT SCAN $295
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Pennsylvania MRI no contrast price range $360- $550
Pennsylvania MRI with contrast price range $460 - $650
Pennsylvania MRI with & without contrast price range $460 - $1,030
Pennsylvania CT Scan no contrast price range $250
Pennsylvania CT Scan with contrast price range $300
Pennsylvania CT Scan with & without contrast price range $300

Best Value Pennsylvania MRI Location...
(Many other locations available at higher prices)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania MRI no contrast $460
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania MRI with contrast $510
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania MRI with and without contrast $510
 

RHODE ISLAND LOWEST COST MRI $680
RHODE ISLAND LOWEST COST CT SCAN $420
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Rhode Island MRI no contrast price $680
Rhode Island MRI with contrast price $830
Rhode Island MRI with & without contrast price $830
Rhode Island CT Scan no contrast price $420
Rhode Island CT Scan with contrast price $470
Rhode Island CT Scan with & without contrast price $560

SOUTH CAROLINA LOWEST PRICE MRI $510
SOUTH CAROLINA LOWEST PRICE CT SCAN $345
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South Carolina MRI no contrast price $730
South Carolina MRI with contrast price $750
South Carolina MRI with & without contrast price $930
South Carolina CT Scan no contrast price $360
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Affordable Alabama CT Scans General CAT Scan Information

Definition

Computed tomography (CT) scans are completed with the use of a 360-degree x-ray beam and computer production of images. These scans allow for cross-sectional views of body organs and tissues. Computed tomography is also known as computerized axial tomography or CAT scan.

Purpose

CT scans are used to image a wide variety of body structures and internal organs. Since the 1990s, CT equipment has become more affordable and available. In some diagnoses, CT scans have become the first imaging exam of choice. Because the computerized image is so sharp, focused, and three-dimensional, many tissues can be better differentiated than on standard x rays. Common CT indications include:

  • Sinus studies. The CT scan can show details of sinusitis and bone fractures. Physicians may order a CT scan of the sinuses to provide an accurate map for surgery.
  • Brain studies. Brain

CT scans

Definition

Computed tomography (CT) scans are completed with the use of a 360-degree x-ray beam and computer production of images. These scans allow for cross-sectional views of body organs and tissues. Computed tomography is also known as computerized axial tomography or CAT scan.

Purpose

CT scans are used to image a wide variety of body structures and internal organs. Since the 1990s, CT equipment has become more affordable and available. In some diagnoses, CT scans have become the first imaging exam of choice. Because the computerized image is so sharp, focused, and three-dimensional, many tissues can be better differentiated than on standard x rays. Common CT indications include:

  • Sinus studies. The CT scan can show details of sinusitis and bone fractures. Physicians may order a CT scan of the sinuses to provide an accurate map for surgery.
  • Brain studies. Brain scans can detect tumors, strokes, and hematomas (collections of blood that have escaped from the vessels). The introduction of CT scanning, especially spiral CT, has helped reduce the need for more invasive procedures such as cerebral angiography.
  • Body scans. CT scans of the body will often be used to observe abdominal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, pancreas, biliary tree and lymph nodes, and extremities.
  • Aorta scans. CT scans can focus on the thoracic or abdominal sections of the aorta to locate aneurysms and other possible aortic diseases.
  • Chest scans. CT scans of the chest are useful in distinguishing tumors and in detailing accumulation of fluid in chest infections.

Description

Computed tomography is a combination of focused x-ray beams, a detector array, and computerized production of an image. Introduced in the early 1970s, this radiologic procedure has advanced rapidly and is now widely used, sometimes in the place of standard x rays.

CT equipment

A CT scan may be performed in a hospital or outpatient imaging center. Although the equipment looks large and intimidating, it is very sophisticated and fairly comfortable. The patient is asked to lie on a narrow table that slides into the center of the scanner, called the gantry. The scanner looks like a square doughnut with a round opening in the middle, which allows the x-ray beam to rotate around the patient. The scanner's gantry section may also be tilted slightly to allow for certain cross-sectional angles.

CT procedure

The patient will feel the table move very slightly as the precise adjustments for each sectional image are made. A technologist watches the procedure from a window and views the images on a monitor.

It is essential that the patient lie very still during the procedure to prevent motion blurring. In some studies, such as chest CTs, the patient will be asked to hold his or her breath during image capture.

Following the procedure, films of the images are usually printed for the radiologist and referring physician to review. A radiologist can also interpret CT exams on a special viewing console. The procedure time will vary in length depending on the area being imaged. Average study times are from 30 to 60 minutes. Some patients may be concerned about claustrophobia, but the width of the gantry portion of the scanner is wide enough to preclude problems with claustrophobia, in most instances.

The CT image

Traditional x rays image organs in two dimensions, with the possibility that organs in the front of the body are superimposed over those in the back. CT scans allow for a more three-dimensional effect. Some have compared CT images to slices in a loaf of bread. Precise sections of the body can be located and imaged as cross-sectional views. The technologist's console displays a computerized image of each section captured by the xray beam and detector array. Thus, various densities of tissue can be easily distinguished.

Contrast agents

Contrast agents are often used in CT exams and in other radiology procedures to demonstrate certain anatomic details that, otherwise, may not be seen easily. Some contrast agents are natural, such as air or water. Other times, a water-based contrast agent is administered for specific diagnostic purposes. Barium sulfate is commonly used in gastrointestinal procedures. The patient may drink this contrast medium, or receive it in an enema. Oral and rectal contrasts are usually given when examining the abdomen or gastrointestinal tract, and not used when scanning the brain or chest. Iodine-based contrast media are the most widely used intravenous contrast agents and are usually administered through an antecubital (in front of the elbow) vein.

If contrast agents are used in the CT exam, these will be administered several minutes before the study begins. Abdominal CT patients may be asked to drink a contrast medium. Some patients may experience a salty taste, flushing of the face, warmth, slight nausea, or hives from an intravenous contrast injection. Technologists and radiologists have equipment and training to help patients through these minor reactions and to handle more severe reactions. Severe reactions to contrast are rare, but do occur.

Spiral CT

Spiral CT, also called helical CT, is a newer version of CT scanning that is continuous in motion and allows for three-dimensional re-creation of images. For example, traditional CT allows the technologist to take slices at very small and precise intervals one after the other. Spiral CT allows for a continuous flow of images, without stopping the scanner to move to the next image slice. A major advantage of spiral CT is higher resolution and the ability to reconstruct images anywhere along the length of the study area. The procedure also speeds up the imaging process, meaning less time for the patient to lie still. The ability to image the contrast medium more rapidly after it is injected and when it is at its highest level, is another advantage of spiral CT's high speed.

Some facilities have both spiral and conventional CT available. Although spiral is more advantageous for many applications, conventional CT is still a superior and precise method for imaging many tissues and structures. The physician will evaluate which type of CT works best for the specific exam purpose.

Preparation

If a contrast medium must be administered, the patient may be asked to fast from about four to six hours prior to the procedure. This is so if a patient experiences nausea, vomiting will not occur. Patients will usually be given a gown (like a typical hospital gown) to be worn during the procedure. All metal and jewelry should be removed to avoid artifacts on the film. Pregnant women or those who could possibly be pregnant should not have a CT scan unless the diagnostic benefits outweigh the risks. Contrast agents are often used in CT exams and the use of these agents should be discussed with the medical professional prior to the procedure. Patients should be asked to sign a consent form concerning the administration of contrast media. One common ingredient in contrast agents, iodine, can cause allergic reactions. Patients who are known to be allergic to iodine (or shellfish) should inform the physician prior to the CT scan.

Aftercare

No aftercare is generally required following a CT scan. Immediately following the exam, the technologist will continue to watch the patient for possible adverse contrast reactions. Patients are instructed to advise the technologist of any symptoms, particularly respiratory difficulty. The site of contrast injection will be bandaged and may feel tender following the exam. Hives may develop later and usually do not require treatment.

Risks

Radiation exposure from a CT scan is similar to, though higher than, that of a conventional x ray. Although this is a risk to pregnant women, the exposure to other adults is minimal and should produce no effects. Although severe contrast reactions are rare, they are a risk of many CT procedures. There is also a small risk of renal failure in high-risk patients.

Normal results

Normal findings on a CT exam show bone, the most dense tissue, as white areas. Tissues and fluid will show as various shades of gray, and fat will be dark gray or black. Air will also look black and darker than fat tissue. Intravenous, oral, and rectal contrast appear as white areas. The radiologist can determine if tissues and organs appear normal by the different gradations of the gray scale. In CT, the images that can cut through a section of tissue or organ provide three-dimensional viewing for the radiologist and referring physician.

Abnormal results may show different characteristics of tissues within organs. Accumulations of blood or other fluids where they do not belong may be detected. Radiologists can differentiate among types of tumors throughout the body by viewing details of their makeup.

Sinus studies

The increasing availability and lowered cost of CT scanning has led to its increased use in sinus studies, either as a replacement for a sinus x ray or as a follow-up to an abnormal sinus radiograph. The sensitivity of CT allows for location of areas of sinus infection, particularly chronic infection, and is useful for planning prior to functional endoscopic sinus surgery . CT scans can show the extent and location of tiny fractures of the sinus and nasal bones. Foreign bodies in the sinus and nasal area are also easily detected by CT. CT imaging of the sinuses is important in evaluating trauma or disease of the sphenoid bone (the wedge-shaped bone at the base of the skull). Sinus tumors will show as shades of gray indicating the difference in their density from that of normal tissues in the area.

Brain studies

The precise differences in density allowed by CT scanning can clearly show tumors, strokes, or other lesions in the brain area as altered densities. These lighter or darker areas on the image may indicate a tumor or hemorrhage within the brain. Different types of tumors can be identified by the presence of edema, by the tissue's density, or by abnormal contrast enhancement. Congenital abnormalities in children, such as hydrocephalus, may also be confirmed with CT. Hydrocephalus is suggested by enlargement of the fluid structures, called ventricles, of the brain.

 Body scans

The body scan can identify abnormal body structures and organs. Throughout the body, a CT scan may indicate tumors or cysts; enlarged lymph nodes; abnormal collections of fluid, blood, or fat; and metastasis of cancer. Fractures or damage to soft tissues can be more easily seen on the sensitive images produced by CT scanning. Liver conditions, such as cirrhosis, abscess, and fatty liver, may be observed with a CT body scan.

 CT of the aorta

CT provides the ability to visualize and measure the thickness of the aorta, which is very helpful in diagnosing aortic aneurysms. The use of contrast will help define details within the aorta. In addition, increased areas of density can identify calcification, which helps differentiate between acute and chronic problems. An abnormal CT scan may indicate signs of aortic clots. Aortic rupture is suggested by signs, such as a hematoma around the aorta or the escape of blood or contrast from its cavity.

Chest scans

In addition to those findings which may indicate aortic aneurysms, chest CT studies can show other problems in the heart and lungs. The computer will not only show differences between air, water, tissues, and bone, but will also assign numerical values to the various densities. Mass lesions in the lungs may be indicative of tuberculosis or tumors. CT will help distinguish between the two. Enlarged lymph nodes in the chest area may indicate lymphoma. Spiral CT is particularly effective at identifying pulmonary emboli (clots in the lung's blood vessels).


The CT Scan information provided by Hage, Stephen John; Lee Alan Shratter. "CT Scans." Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers. The Gale Group Inc. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. 27 Jun. 2009 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>

 

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