CT Scanner Cost: A Comprehensive Price Guide

Price Ranges by Category (USD)

Category	Typical Cost Range	Key Features
Basic / Refurbished 16-slice	$150,000 – $300,000	General imaging; lower throughput; older tech
Mid-Range 64–128 slice	$350,000 – $750,000	Cardiac capable; faster rotation; dose reduction
High-End 256–640+ slice	$800,000 – $2,500,000+	Volumetric cardiac, perfusion, spectral imaging; AI reconstruction
Portable / Mobile CT	$500,000 – $1,200,000	Trauma bay, OR, stroke unit; self-shielded; battery option
Dual-Energy / Spectral CT	$1,000,000 – $3,000,000	Material decomposition; virtual non-contrast; gout, stone characterization

Additional Costs (Often 20–40% of Scanner Price)

• Site preparation: Shielding (lead-lined walls), power upgrades (3-phase, 80–150 kW), HVAC, flooring reinforcement.
• Installation & calibration: $50,000 – $150,000.
• Annual service contract: 8–12% of list price ($40k–$200k/yr).
• Software upgrades & licenses: $20k–$100k/yr.
• Staff training & credentialing: $10k–$30k.
• QA phantoms & dosimetry: $5k–$20k.

Purchasing Options

• New: Full warranty, latest tech, highest cost.
• Refurbished (OEM or third-party): 30–50% savings, warranty available, 5–10 year old platforms.
• Lease / Finance: Preserves capital; $5k–$30k/month depending on term and residual.
• Mobile rental: $2,500–$5,000 per day for interim needs.

Key Buying Factors

• Clinical volume & case mix (cardiac, trauma, oncology, pediatrics)
• Reimbursement landscape (CPT codes, site-neutral payments)
• Space & power constraints
• Service network proximity
• Total cost of ownership (TCO) over 7–10 years