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Fast, Affordable CT Scans in Chattanooga

Get the CT scan your provider ordered without insurance delays or unpredictable bills. Hitchcock Direct Imaging offers all-inclusive CT pricing, rapid appointments and professional interpretation at our fully licensed Hixson imaging center.

No insurance or Hitchcock membership is required. A healthcare provider’s order is required.

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High-Quality 64-Slice CT Imaging With One Clear Price.

Our GE LightSpeed 64-slice CT scanner produces detailed cross-sectional images that help healthcare providers evaluate structures throughout the body. We perform studies of all body regions, including vascular CT examinations, with contrast, without contrast, or both.

Every published CT price includes the scan, facility services, applicable contrast, board-certified radiologist interpretation, final report and a digital copy upon request.

Ask your healthcare provider to fax the CT order to (423) 769-0020. Patients may also call us at (423) 456-9134 for help coordinating the order.

Our Approach

Advanced CT imaging should be accessible when your provider needs answers. We combine rapid scheduling, careful protocols, licensed professionals and transparent pricing—without insurance authorization delays.

How it Works

We’ve simplified the imaging process so you can get the scans you need quickly, affordably, and without insurance hassles.

  • ORDER IMAGING

    Ask any licensed healthcare provider to fax your imaging order to (423) 769-0020. You do not need to be a Hitchcock patient.

  • SCHEDULING

    We contact CT and ultrasound patients to arrange a convenient appointment. X-ray patients may walk in during imaging hours after we receive the order.

  • GET RESULTS, PAY ONE PRICE

    Pay the published all-inclusive price at your visit. A board-certified radiologist interprets the study, and the report is generally sent to the ordering provider within 48–72 hours—often sooner.

Radiology Clinic Pricing

Study Price
X-Ray $40
X-ray (bilateral add-on) $20
Ultrasound $160
Cardiac Calcium Score $100
CT Ultra Low Dose Diagnostic $150
CT Low Dose Lung Cancer Screen $250
CT Angiography (single region) $400
CT Angiography (second region add-on) $100
CT without Contrast $350
CT with Contrast $475
CT with and without Contrast $475

Published prices include the imaging service, facility costs, applicable contrast, interpretation by a board-certified radiologist, the final report and a digital copy upon request.

CT Studies We Perform

We perform CT imaging of all body regions, including:

  • Head and brain
  • Sinuses and facial structures
  • Neck
  • Chest
  • Abdomen
  • Pelvis
  • Spine
  • Upper and lower extremities
  • Vascular CT and CT angiography
  • Cardiac calcium scoring
  • Low-dose lung cancer screening
  • Studies with contrast, without contrast, or both

Your ordering provider determines the appropriate examination and whether contrast is needed.

Who We Serve

Our Hixson imaging center serves patients from Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Cleveland, Dayton, northern Georgia, northern Alabama, Nashville and surrounding communities. Some patients travel farther because our all-inclusive prices can be substantially simpler and more affordable than hospital-based imaging.

You may use Hitchcock Direct Imaging whether you are uninsured, have a high-deductible plan, have commercial insurance, belong to another medical practice or simply want to know the complete price before receiving care.

  • Individuals and families seeking a more personal, relationship-based approach to medical care
  • Patients without insurance who still want affordable, high-quality healthcare, imaging, and medications
  • Those with insurance and high deductibles, looking for upfront pricing and lower out-of-pocket costs
  • People who need imaging services like CT, X-ray, or ultrasound — fast, affordable, and without the red tape
  • Patients who value time with their physician and don’t want to be rushed or bounced between providers
  • Anyone who’s tired of long pharmacy lines and inflated drug prices — and wants access to wholesale pricing
  • Employers looking for a better healthcare solution for their team — one that improves outcomes and cuts costs
  • People who want healthcare that’s simple, transparent, and focused on what really matters: their well-being
Radiology FAQs
How much does a CT scan cost in Chattanooga?
Our CT prices range from $100 for a cardiac calcium score to $475 for examinations requiring contrast. Published prices are all-inclusive.
Does the price include the radiologist’s interpretation?
Yes. It includes facility services, the CT examination, applicable contrast, board-certified radiologist interpretation, the final report and a digital copy upon request.
Do I need an order from a healthcare provider?
Yes. All imaging studies (x-ray, ultrasound, CT) require a healthcare provider’s order. Any licensed provider may order imaging with us; it does not have to be a Hitchcock Family Medicine doctor.
Do I need insurance to use Hitchcock Direct Imaging?
No. We are a self-pay only imaging center. That means no insurance hassles, no surprise bills, and no prior authorizations. You pay a clear, upfront price a the time of your scan.
Do you accept insurance?
We are a self-pay imaging center and do not bill insurance. Our published prices are all-inclusive. Patients with insurance may still choose to pay our cash price.
Can I still use Hitchcock Direct Imaging if I have insurance?
Yes. Even if you have insurance, you can self-pay for imaging in our office. You can even use the Tennessee Right to Save Act to apply that cost to your insurance deductible; ask us for more information.
Do you perform CT with contrast?
Yes. We perform CT examinations with contrast, without contrast, and with and without contrast. We also perform CT angiography.
What should I tell you before contrast?
Tell the scheduling team if you have kidney disease, a previous reaction to contrast, are pregnant or could be pregnant, or have other concerns about the examination. We will provide instructions appropriate to the ordered study.
What is the CT table’s weight capacity?
The CT table supports patients weighing up to 500 pounds.
How quickly will I receive my results?
We will have your study read by our radiologist and results sent to your ordering provider within 2-3 business days.
Can I get a copy of my images and reports?
Yes, patients may request a digital copy of their study images and final report once it has been read by our radiologist.
Do you scan children?
Yes. We accept patients of all ages when the examination is ordered by a healthcare provider.
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