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Coronary calcium CT CPT 75571

What does a calcium scan cost near you?

Compare imaging centers, listed self-pay prices, referral requirements, and scheduling numbers. A coronary calcium CT measures calcified plaque in the arteries of your heart.

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What the number means

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  1. 0 No identifiable calcified plaque
  2. 1–10 Minimal calcified plaque
  3. 11–100 Mild plaque
  4. 101–400 Moderate plaque
  5. Over 400 Extensive plaque
The Agatston score measures calcified plaque. It is one data point, not a diagnosis.

1 in 5

people who have a heart attack young are 40 or under, and that share kept rising through the decade to 2016 — ACC, 2019

Is a calcium scan right for you?

This test can help inform prevention decisions for some people without symptoms. Discuss whether it would change your care with your clinician. It uses radiation and does not detect all coronary plaque. Read the ACR/RSNA patient guide.

How it works

Find a facility, confirm the details, and follow its booking instructions.

  1. 1

    Find a cash price

    Search your ZIP above. Compare listed prices where available, or call for a quote. Ask whether the total includes the radiologist's interpretation and any other fees.

  2. 2

    Get a referral if you need one

    Most sites want an order from a clinician first. Each card says Required, Not required, or Ask when you call. Confirm the rule with the facility and discuss the test with your clinician.

  3. 3

    Prepare for your appointment

    The scan takes a few minutes and uses no contrast dye. Follow the facility's instructions about food, caffeine, smoking, and medicines. Ask when and how you will receive the report.

What the number means

The scan reports an Agatston score: a measure of calcified plaque burden, not a diagnosis.

  1. 0

    No identifiable calcified plaque. Does not rule out all coronary disease.

  2. 1–10

    Minimal calcified plaque. Discuss the result with your clinician.

  3. 11–100

    Mild plaque. Worth discussing risk-factor modification with your doctor.

  4. 101–400

    Moderate plaque. Follow up with your doctor on next steps.

  5. Over 400

    Extensive plaque. Higher risk. Prompt clinician follow-up.

A calcium score is one data point, not a diagnosis. What it means for you is a conversation with a licensed clinician.

Read the full score guide →

People on X are talking about calcium CT scans

These personal accounts are not clinical evidence or a recommendation that everyone should be screened. Ask your clinician whether testing is appropriate for you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a calcium CT scan cost?

Prices vary by facility. Our cost guide summarizes the prices currently recorded in the directory; they are not confirmed quotes or a national average. Ask the facility for its current self-pay price for CPT 75571 and whether the radiologist's interpretation is included.

Is the scan invasive?

No. It is a non-contrast CT. Nothing is injected and nothing is cut. You lie on the table with electrodes on your chest for a few minutes.

How long does it take?

The scan itself is a few minutes. Budget 15 to 30 minutes at the facility including check-in and positioning, and confirm the appointment length with the facility. Follow its preparation instructions; restrictions on eating, caffeine or smoking may apply.

Do I need a referral?

Often, yes. Most imaging sites want a prescription or order from a clinician before they will schedule, though some do not. Each listing says Required, Not required, or Ask when you call. If a site does not require one, it will say so.

What does the scan actually measure?

It measures calcified plaque in the coronary arteries and reports it as an Agatston score. It is a measure of plaque burden. It is not a picture of a blockage and it does not see soft, non-calcified plaque.

Is there radiation?

Yes. The scan uses ionizing radiation, and the dose varies with the equipment, protocol and patient. Discuss the benefits and risks with your clinician and ask the imaging center about its dose.

Will insurance cover it?

Coverage varies by plan and the reason for the test. Ask your insurer about CPT 75571 before booking. Confirm HSA or FSA eligibility with your plan administrator and card acceptance with the facility.

Do you book my appointment?

No. We are a directory. You call the facility or use its own booking link. We never see your name, your appointment, or your score.