Imaging
CT brain blood flow (perfusion) scan with contrast cost in South Carolina
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 South Carolina
From 26 hospital and 0 clinic prices in South Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $1,280 (most listed prices $327–$5,045).
Cheapest in South Carolina
- $212Source: AnMed Health Piedmont price file · checked Oct 2026
- $312Source: AnMed Health price file · checked Oct 2026
- $343
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Chester Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $360
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Florence Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $374
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Beaufort Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $448
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $540
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Marion Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $552
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Main Campus - Charleston price file · checked Oct 2026 - $552
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Orangeburg Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $581
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $675
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: MUSC Columbia Medical Center Downtown price file · checked Oct 2026 - $676
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MUSC Health Black River Medical Center 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.