Imaging
CT brain blood flow (perfusion) scan with contrast cost in Missouri
CT brain blood flow (perfusion) scan with contrast is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Missouri
From 32 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $1,280 (most listed prices $327–$5,045).
Cheapest in Missouri
- SSM Health Saint Louis University HospitalCT brain blood flow (perfusion) scan with contrastScan only$186
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $188
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Research Medical Center price file · checked Sep 2026 - $223
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Belton Regional Medical Center price file · checked Sep 2026 - $231
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University Health Truman Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $281
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Centerpoint Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $313
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Barton County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $333
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Lee's Summit Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $353
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Boone Hospital Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center Branson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $434
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center South price file · checked Oct 2026 - $524
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026 - $524
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Women's Health - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for CT brain blood flow (perfusion) scan with contrast
Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.