Imaging
CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrast cost in California
CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, 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 California
From 76 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $1,019 (most listed prices $241–$3,256).
Cheapest in California
- $224
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- Valley Presbyterian HospitalCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$226
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Bernardine Medical CenterCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$234
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Bernardine Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Glendale Memorial Hospital Health CenterCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$257
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Glendale Memorial Hospital Health Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Community Hospital San BernardinoCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$275
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Community Hospital San Bernardino price file · checked Oct 2026 - $308
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Mary Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Saint Joseph Medical CenterCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$419
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $431
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: French Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $449
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Arroyo Grande Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical CenterCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$630
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - San Joaquin Community HospitalCT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, with contrastScan only$646
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: San Joaquin Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $954
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UC San Diego Health price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy), diagnostic, 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.