Upper Digestive Tract X-Ray, Air Contrast Study

Maryland rates for HCPCS 74247

This covers an X-ray study of the upper digestive tract that uses both a swallowed contrast liquid and air to expand the stomach and intestine, giving a more detailed view of the lining than a standard contrast study alone. Images are taken as the contrast moves through the esophagus, stomach, and into the beginning of the small intestine. It helps evaluate symptoms such as pain, difficulty swallowing, or suspected abnormalities in this part of the digestive tract.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Professionalmedian $234 · 10th to 90th $129 to $389

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Each curve is scaled to its own total: facility and professional rates are different services, shown together to compare where they cluster. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier	Facility/Professional	Modifier	Typical Low	Median	Typical High
Cigna Setting Professional Modifier Global Typical Low $234.42 Median $288.40 Typical High $467.74	Professional	Global	$234.42	$288.40	$467.74
Kaiser Permanente Setting Professional Modifier Global Typical Low $128.82 Median $144.54 Typical High $323.59	Professional	Global	$128.82	$144.54	$323.59