CT Scans (Private)

Detailed images of bones, blood vessels, and soft tissues

CAMIS offers private CT scans to patients who need this type of detailed visualization quickly.

Understanding CT Scans

A CT (computer 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 x-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.

Private CT Scans At CAMIS

Private CT Service

Detailed Images Of Bones, Soft Tissue & Blood Vessels

Painless, Noninvasive, & Accurate

Learn more about CT Scans and MRI’s

Why Get A Private CT Scan?

If receiving your CT results is time sensitive, private pay CT allows you to get in sooner for an appointment, typically within 2 business days.  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 and temporal bones, sinuses, joints, spine and chest.

What is the cost of private-pay CT?

The cost of a private CT scan at CAMIS depends on the area of the body being scanned and if contrast imaging is required. Prices start at $400. 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/Bones/Joints/Spine: $400
  • Neck /Sinus: $450
  • Abdomen $600
  • Non Contrast Chest: $500
  • Contrast (if required): $125 Additional Cost

Preventative

  • Lung Cancer Screen (Service not yet available): $500
  • Follow Up Scans: $250

When Booking Multiple Exams for the Same Day:

  • Two area exams start at $700
  • Three area exams start at $1000

*All prices are subject to change without notice
*Discounted pricing does not include Lung cancer screening scans

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.

FAQs

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

Both CT scans and MRI are utilized in medical imaging. CT is better than MRI in some areas, while MRI performs better in others. Your doctor will order the exam that is best for your health concern.

You may feel a warm sensation throughout your body or a metallic taste in your mouth when the contrast is given. This is very common and does not last long.

Allergic reactions to CT contrast are uncommon but can happen. People who are allergic to contrast may experience typical allergic symptoms such as itching, hives and sneezing. Very rarely contrast can trigger a life-threatening reaction. You will be asked questions related to allergies at time of booking and prior to your scan. Please let us know if you have had a previous allergy to any type of contrast.

CT scans are very quick, and most people can complete the scan. If you have any concerns, please ask to speak to a technologist. CAMIS does not provide medication for this purpose.

The weight limit is 500 pounds (227kg)

Yes, you must have a referral from a doctor for your CT scan.

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.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR EXAM

  • The technologist will review your medical history as it pertains to the CT scan.
  • If you are having a CT scan with contrast the technologist will start an IV that is used to administer the contrast. You will be given information about the contrast injection.
  • You are positioned on the imaging table and will be asked to hold still, there may be instructions related to breathing.
  • There is always an intercom on to allow communication with the technologist.

AFTER YOUR EXAM

  • You will be given a CD of your images. This may take 15-20 minutes to be prepared. Then you are free to go.

Private Pay (not covered by Alberta Health Care)

Referrals are necessary for all bookings 

Exam Duration: 15 – 45 minutes

Locations

Do you need a Private CT scan?

Contact our Camis Care team to ask questions and learn more about our private CT scan services.