Is CPT 72192 overcharged?

72192: CT scan of pelvis, no contrast (Imaging)

Approximate Medicare national rate

$132.60

Source: CMS Physician Fee Schedule CY2026, Oct release (national, non-facility). National amount; actual Medicare payment varies by locality. Facility-setting physician rate: $132.60 (hospital facility fee billed separately).

Hospital outpatient facility rate (OPPS, APC 5522)

$106.81

Source: CMS OPPS Addendum B, October 2026. At a hospital you usually get two bills: the facility fee (compare to this) and the physician fee (compare to $132.60).

What's a reasonable charge?

Commercial insurers typically pay roughly 1.5 to 2.5 times Medicare. If you were billed more than $397.80 for 72192, ask for an itemized bill, request the provider's cash price, and dispute the difference.

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