Upper Digestive Tract X-Ray, Detailed Contrast Study

Illinois rates for HCPCS 74249

This covers a detailed X-ray study of the upper digestive tract using a contrast liquid the patient swallows, with images taken as the contrast moves through the esophagus, stomach, and into the small intestine. This version uses a more detailed contrast technique intended to show the lining of the digestive tract in finer detail than a standard study. It is used to evaluate symptoms such as pain, difficulty swallowing, or a suspected abnormality in this part of the digestive tract.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $562 · 10th to 90th $295 to $1,585Professionalmedian $355 · 10th to 90th $288 to $603

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
BCBS Setting Facility Modifier Global Typical Low $295.12 Median $562.34 Typical High $1,584.89	Facility	Global	$295.12	$562.34	$1,584.89
Cigna Setting Professional Modifier Global Typical Low $288.40 Median $354.81 Typical High $602.56	Professional	Global	$288.40	$354.81	$602.56