Understanding CT Scans
A CT (computed tomography) Scan creates three-dimensional images of the body. Using x-rays and computers, CT imaging can visualize cross-sections of bones, blood vessels, and soft tissues. CT Scans are similar to an R-Ray but provide much more detailed images.
Like X-Rays, CT Scans result in a low dose of radiation and are not believed to cause any immediate health problems. (Pregnant individuals and children are more sensitive to radiation.) Please read our blog post on X-Rays for more information.
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Private-Pay CT Scans often offer shorter wait times and advanced imaging capabilities, allowing for quicker diagnosis and treatment planning
Detailed Images Of Bones, Soft Tissue & Blood Vessels
Painless, Noninvasive, & Accurate
Financing Options Are Available
Why Get A Private-Pay CT Scan?
If receiving your CT results is time sensitive, private-pay CT allows you to get in sooner for an appointment, typically within 1 to 2 weeks. You will receive a copy of the report and your images. This is especially useful if you plan to go to a specialist or other provider for related procedures.
CAMIS offers CT Scans of the head, facial, temporal bones, sinuses, joints, spine, chest, abdomen and pelvis.
What Is The Cost Of CT Scan?
The cost of a private-pay CT Scan at CAMIS depends on the area of the body being scanned and if contrast imaging is required. Prices start at $450. CT Scans at CAMIS are not covered by Alberta Health Care.
When you pay for your CT Scan you will be provided with a receipt you can use if you have coverage through extended benefit plans or heath spending accounts.
Diagnostic
| Head, Neck, Spine, Bones/Joint | |
| Head | $450.00 |
| Temporal Bones/Internal Auditory Canal | $450.00 |
| Orbits | $450.00 |
| Head, Temporal Bones, and Orbits can be combined at singular pricing | |
| Sinus/ENT Surgical Sinus | $450.00 |
| Facial Bones | $450.00 |
| Neck Soft Tissue | $450.00 |
| Sinus, Facial Bones, and Neck Soft Tissue can be combined at singular pricing | |
| Cervical Spine | $450.00 |
| Thoracic Spine | $450.00 |
| Lumbar Spine | $450.00 |
| SI Joints | $450.00 |
| Pelvis – Bony | $450.00 |
| MSK body part/Extremity | $450.00 |
| Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis | |
| Chest | $450.00 |
| Abdomen | $450.00 |
| Pelvis | $450.00 |
| Abdomen/Pelvis | $600.00 |
| Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis | $850.00 |
| Renal Colic | $600.00 |
| High-Res Chest CT/ILD Chest CT | $550.00 |
| Preventative | |
| Additional Body Parts (per additional area, same day) | $250.00 |
| IV Contrast (if required) | $150.00 |
| Multiphase (includes fee for IV Contrast) | $250.00 |
| Multiphase Exams (includes fee for IV Contrast) | |
| Tinnitus | $950.00 |
| Hematuria/Urography | $850.00 |
| Renal Mass | $850.00 |
| Liver | $850.00 |
| Pancreas | $850.00 |
| Adrenal Mass | $700.00 |
| CT Angiography | |
| CTA COW | $600.00 |
| CTA Carotids | $600.00 |
| CTA COW and Carotids | $950.00 |
*All prices are subject to change without notice
Is It Safe For Me To Have A CT Scan?
CT is a vital tool in modern medicine and all CT Scans involve exposure to radiation. The amount of radiation from a CT Scan is greater than from an x-ray as CT Scans provide detailed anatomic information. The risk of developing cancer from the low levels of radiation provided by medical imaging is not known with certainty. To be as safe as possible it is assumed that exposure to radiation may be associated with a small risk of cancer and imaging should only be performed when the potential benefit of the scan outweighs the risks.
Preparing For Your Appointment
PATIENT PREPARATION
- Inform our CT booking specialist if there is a chance of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.
- Wear loose comfortable clothing with no metal or zippers.
- You may be asked to change into a gown For CT Scans without contrast there is no special preparation.
- For contrast CT Scans our CT booking specialist will review all preparation requirements with you.
- Arrive 15 minutes early.
CT Scans are private-pay only (not covered by Alberta Health Care)
Referrals are necessary for all bookings
Exam Duration: 15 – 45 minutes
Common Questions About CT (Computed Tomography) Scans
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