CPT 74176: CT Scan of Abdomen & Pelvis (Without Contrast)
Combined CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis without contrast — a common ER workup for abdominal pain, appendicitis, kidney stones, and trauma.
Category: Imaging | Typical bill: $1,000 - $5,000
⚠️ Prior authorization: Sometimes
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Why your CT Scan of Abdomen & Pelvis (Without Contrast) bill looks so high
Hospitals bill a "rack rate" that is often 2-10x higher than what Medicare pays or what insurers actually reimburse. The fair range for CPT 74176 is roughly $1,000 - $5,000 — but many facilities bill far beyond it.
Common reasons 74176 claims get denied
- 'Medical necessity' denial for abdominal pain eval. Ensure ER documentation records the presenting complaint and exam findings that justified imaging.
Abdominal-pelvis CTs are frequently bundled or denied on medical necessity. Emphasize the documented chief complaint.
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