CMS Price Transparency Data

CT scan, abdomen and pelvis (with contrast)

Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center -Taylor

Billing Code: 74177 (CPT)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)

CPT Billing Code: 74177
Insurance Median: $1,725
Cash Discount Price: $3,557
vs. Medicare Baseline: 4.84x Medicare

The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a CT scan, abdomen and pelvis (with contrast) at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center -Taylor is $1,725. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $3,557. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $356.43, this hospital’s rate is 4.84x the Medicare baseline. Located in 305 Mallard, Taylor, TX.

Cash / Self-Pay

$3,557

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median

$1,725

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate

$356.43

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $356.43 (100%)

Cash / Self-Pay: $3,557 (998%)

Insurance Median: $1,725 (484%)

Cash: $3,557 (998% of Medicare)

Ins. Median: $1,725 (484% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $356.43 as the cost baseline. Rates below the baseline represent excellent value. In-network commercial rates commonly hover around 150% - 250% of Medicare, while rates exceeding 300% are elevated. Hover over the green and blue markers to view detailed calculations.

Elevated Commercial Rate Alert (Value-Gap)

The negotiated rate at this facility is 484% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 384%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.

Consult Patient Advocate

Out-of-Pocket Cost Estimator

Estimate whether it is more economical to use your insurance or pay the upfront self-pay cash rate.

Billing Status

Remaining Deductible ($)

Your Coinsurance Rate (%)

Input your details and click calculate to compare out-of-pocket costs.

Commercial Insurance Negotiated Rates

Negotiated contract ranges established by major commercial carriers at this facility.

Carrier / Plan Group	Contract Rate Range	vs. Medicare Reference
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan	$1,183 - $2,054	332%
Triwest	$1,245	349%
Corvel	$1,304	366%
Prime Health Services	$1,304	366%
American Health Plan	$1,307	367%
Blue Cross Blue Shield	$1,307 - $1,825	367%
Healthspring	$1,307	367%
Procare Advantage	$1,307	367%
Superior Health Plan	$1,307	367%
Cigna	$1,466 - $1,725	411%
Careworks Fka Rockport	$1,548	434%
Injury Management Organization	$1,548	434%
Sedgwick	$1,548	434%
UnitedHealthcare	$1,550	435%
University Of Mary Hardin-Baylor	$1,725	484%
Aetna	$3,261	915%
Midcoast	$3,261	915%
Quiktrip	$3,261	915%
Independent Medical System	$3,557	998%
Curative	$3,854	1081%
Humana	$3,854 - $4,150	1081%
First Health	$4,150	1164%
Healthsmart	$4,150 - $4,447	1164%
Private Health Care System	$4,447	1248%
Bluebell Creameries	$4,743	1331%
Three Rivers	$4,743	1331%

Self-Pay Upfront Cash Action Plan

Request a "Self-Pay classification" with the billing desk before receiving care.
Ask for a written "Prompt-Pay Discount" agreement quoting the price of $3,557.
Request and sign a "Waiver of Insurance Submission" to prevent automatic billing.
Verify CPT Code matches exactly: 74177.

Insurance In-Network Protection Plan

Contact your insurance company to confirm Baylor Scott & White Medical Center -Taylor is fully in-network.
Ask your insurer if "Prior Authorization" is required for CPT code 74177.
Confirm the specific physician or imaging center is also in-network (not just the hospital building).
Audit your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) against the final itemized hospital invoice.