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PET Scan Cost in India and PET-CT Charges

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PET scan cost at HCG varies according to the prescribed radiotracer, PET-CT scan protocol, scan coverage, selected center, and billing category. A standard whole-body FDG PET-CT scan may cost approximately ₹24,500 to ₹65,500, while other PET imaging protocols may range from approximately ₹9,900 to ₹98,000. Patients commonly use "PET scan" as a shorter term for a combined PET-CT examination. Share the doctor's prescription with the preferred HCG center to obtain the current written estimate.

PET scan cost at HCG: Indicative ranges

  • Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT: ₹24,500 - ₹65,500
  • Specialized tracer PET-CT: ₹22,000 - ₹98,000
  • Regional or bone-only PET imaging: ₹9,900 - ₹43,000
  • PET-MRI: ₹61,500 - ₹78,000

Note: Final charges depend on the prescription, tracer, center, and OPD or room category.

These are indicative HCG price ranges and not fixed national rates. The final amount may vary according to the prescribed scan, radiotracer, scan coverage, HCG center, OPD or room category, and additional clinical requirements. A written estimate issued by the selected center supersedes any published price.

How Much Does a PET-CT Scan Cost at HCG?

A standard whole-body FDG PET-CT scan at HCG may cost approximately ₹24,500 to ₹65,500. Other PET imaging protocols fall outside that band in both directions, depending on what has been prescribed.

PET imaging category Indicative HCG price range What the patient should know
Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT ₹24,500 - ₹65,500 Price varies by center and billing category.
Specialized tracer PET-CT, including PSMA, DOTA and F-DOPA ₹22,000 - ₹98,000 Tracer and protocol availability differ by center
Regional or bone-only PET imaging ₹9,900 - ₹43,000 Depends on the prescribed scan coverage
PET-MRI ₹61,500 - ₹78,000 Available only at selected centers

Four points are worth understanding before reading these figures:

  • They are indicative HCG ranges drawn from HCG's own service data. They are not market averages and are not compiled from other hospitals.
  • The lowest figure in any row does not apply to every scan in that category. It represents the lower end of a range that covers different protocols and centers.
  • Specialized tracers are available only at selected locations. A PSMA or DOTA protocol cannot be priced at a center that does not offer it.
  • A written estimate issued by the selected center is the final pricing reference for any individual patient.
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What Is Included in HCG PET-CT Scan Charges?

The indicative HCG PET-CT charge generally includes scan acquisition, the standard radiotracer dose required for the prescribed protocol, and radiologist reporting. Exact inclusions should be confirmed in the written estimate issued by the selected center.

Confirmed inclusions:

  • Scan acquisition
  • Standard radiotracer dose for the prescribed protocol
  • Radiologist reporting

Items outside this list should not be assumed. If contrast, blood-glucose testing, kidney-function testing, registration fees, taxes, specialist consultation, printed films, or additional CDs are relevant to your scan, ask the center to state clearly whether each is included in the written estimate.

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Which Services May Be Charged Separately?

Additional charges may apply for anesthesia, extra CDs or films, review of scans performed outside HCG, and same-day biopsy or planning procedures. Ask the selected center to include any additional services in the written estimate.

The confirmed separately billed items are

  • Anesthesia
  • Additional CDs or films
  • Review of scans performed outside HCG
  • Same-day biopsy or planning procedures

Why Does PET-CT Scan Cost Vary?

Several factors influence the final amount. Most of them are determined by the prescription rather than by patient choice.

Type of radiotracer

Different radiolracers carry different production requirements, procurement arrangements, transport and storage conditions, handling requirements, and availability across centers. Some specialized tracers have a short usable period after production and depend on center-specific supply arrangements, which affects how and where they can be offered.

The tracers supported across the HCG network are FDG, Ga-68 PSMA, Ga-68 DOTA, F-DOPA, C11-Choline, and F18-Bone. Availability differs by center.

What Are the Different Types of PET-CT Scans?

The prescribed service may be a standard whole-body FDG PET-CT, regional or bone-focused PET imaging, a specialized tracer PET-CT, or PET-MRI. Each sits in a different price category.

Patients should not select a scan type based on price. The examination must follow the treating doctor's clinical recommendation.

Scan coverage

Whole-body, regional, bone-only, and other targeted protocols may carry different charges. Coverage alone does not determine the price, and a whole-body scan will not automatically cost more than a targeted one. The complete protocol, including the tracer used, determines the final amount.

Clinical indication

The protocol prescribed may differ according to cancer type, stage, treatment-planning requirement, treatment-response assessment, recurrence evaluation, or another clinical indication. Because the indication shapes the protocol, it also shapes the charge.

HCG center and city

Charges may vary between centers because of the equipment available, radiotracer availability, tracer sourcing and logistics, local operating requirements, and center-specific billing.

OPD or room category

The applicable charge may differ depending on whether the scan is billed as an outpatient service or under a hospital room category. Confirm the relevant billing category while requesting the estimate.

Additional clinical requirements

Anesthesia or a same-day clinical procedure may change the final amount. If CT contrast or another additional service is prescribed, ask whether it is included in the written estimate.

Why Can a PET-CT Scan Cost More Than a Regular CT Scan?

PET-CT may cost more than a regular CT scan because it requires a radiotracer, specialized imaging equipment, tracer sourcing and handling, and interpretation of combined metabolic and anatomical images. PET-CT and CT serve different clinical purposes, so the appropriate test should be selected by the treating doctor.

A CT scan produces anatomical images alone. A PET-CT adds a functional layer, which means an additional pharmaceutical, additional handling, and a different reporting process. The difference in price reflects a difference in what the examination produces, not a ranking of one test above the other.

PET-CT Scan Types Available at HCG

Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT

This is the standard whole-body category in HCG's pricing data and the most commonly prescribed PET examination in cancer care.

Indicative range: ₹24,500 - ₹65,500. Availability should be confirmed with the selected center.

Specialized tracer PET-CT

This category may include PSMA PET-CT, DOTA PET-CT, and F-DOPA PET imaging.

Indicative range: ₹22,000 - ₹98,000.

The range covers several different specialized protocols and is not a PSMA-only or DOTA-only price. Availability varies by center, and the exact tracer should be identified from the prescription before an estimate is requested.

Regional or bone-only PET imaging

Targeted PET imaging covering a specific region or bone-focused protocols.

Indicative range: ₹9,900 - ₹43,000. The applicable figure depends on the prescribed scan coverage.

PET-MRI

Indicative range: ₹61,500 - ₹78,000. PET-MRI is available only at selected HCG centers, so confirm availability before planning the appointment.

HCG PET-CT centers in India

PET-CT scan charges, available radiotracer, and imaging protocols differ between HCG centers. Select a verified center to confirm the required scan, request the current written estimate, and schedule an appointment.

HCG operates 21 PET-CT scanners across its network, along with an in-house cyclotron at the K.R. Road center in Bengaluru.

Verified center and scan-type mapping

HCG center Verified scan type, tracer or technology
K.R. Road, Bengaluru FDG, Ga-68 DOTA, Ga-68 PSMA, F-DOPA, C11-Choline, F18-Bone and PET-MRI
Hebbal, Bengaluru Digital PET-CT
Jaipur Standard PET-CT and PSMA PET
Borivali, Mumbai FDG and F18-Bone
Colaba, Mumbai FDG, F18-Bone, Ga-68 PSMA, Ga-68 DOTA, F-DOPA and PET-MRI
New Town, Kolkata Digital PET-CT, SPECT-CT and theranostics including Lu-177 and I-131
Nagpur FDG and PSMA
Vadodara Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Manavata Unit 2, Nashik Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Cuttack Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Ranchi Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
NMR, Hubli Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Gunadala, Vijayawada Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Suryaraopeta, Vijayawada Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
MGCHRI, Visakhapatnam Time-of-Flight PET-CT
Chinnagadili, Visakhapatnam Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Bhavnagar Standard whole-body FDG PET-CT
Kalaburagi PET-CT with limited-scale availability
Chennai Dedicated PET-CT center

Scan types, tracers, and technologies are not uniform across the network. PSMA, DOTA, F-DOPA, PET-MRI, digital PET-CT, and time-of-flight PET-CT are available only where listed above. Theranostics services at New Town, Kolkata, are treated separately from diagnostic PET-CT and are not covered by the diagnostic price ranges on this page.

Does Insurance Cover PET-CT Scan Costs?

Some insurance policies, TPAs, or healthcare schemes may cover PET-CT scanning when it is medically necessary. Eligibility depends on the policy or scheme terms, network conditions, supporting documents, and approval requirements. Patients should check with their insurer and the selected HCG center before the scan. Coverage or reimbursement cannot be guaranteed until approval is confirmed.

The insurance or TPA desk at the selected HCG center can help check eligibility and explain what documentation the approval process requires.

Documents Needed for an Exact PET-CT Cost Estimate

Keep the following ready when contacting the center:

  • Doctor's prescription or referral
  • Clinical indication
  • Prescribed scan type, where stated
  • Requested radiotracer, where stated
  • Cancer diagnosis or treatment summary, where available
  • Previous imaging reports
  • Preferred HCG center
  • OPD or room category
  • Insurance, TPA, or scheme details, where applicable
  • Any other reports requested by the clinical team

The clinical team may request additional tests depending on the prescribed protocol.

How to Get an Exact PET-CT Cost Estimate from HCG

  1. Contact the preferred HCG PET-CT center.
  2. Share the doctor's referral or prescription.
  3. Confirm the required scan type and radiotracer.
  4. Confirm whether the service is being billed under OPD or a room category.
  5. Check insurance, TPA, or scheme eligibility through the center's desk.
  6. Request a written estimate before the appointment.

The written estimate issued by the center is the final pricing reference and supersedes any published range, including the ranges on this page.

What Is a PET-CT Scan?

A PET-CT scan produces two kinds of images in one exam. PET shows how actively cells in an area are using energy, using a small, safe amount of a radiotracer given before the scan. CT uses X-rays to show the exact size, shape, and position of the structures in that area. The two image sets are combined into a single view, so an area of unusual activity can be matched to a specific organ or structure.

Learn more about PET-CT scans, preparation and the procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of a PET scan at HCG?

A standard whole-body FDG PET-CT scan at HCG may cost approximately ₹24,500 to ₹65,500. Depending on the scan coverage, radiotracer, center and billing category, other PET imaging protocols may range from approximately ₹9,900 to ₹98,000. Request a written estimate from the selected center before the appointment.

The indicative HCG range for a standard whole-body FDG PET-CT scan is approximately ₹24,500 to ₹65,500. The final charge may vary according to the HCG center, prescribed protocol, OPD or room category and additional clinical requirements.

The HCG-provided range for a standard whole-body FDG PET-CT scan is approximately ₹24,500 to ₹65,500. This is an indicative range, not a fixed rate, and the center-issued written estimate is the final pricing reference.

Specialized tracer PET-CT protocols, including PSMA, DOTA and F-DOPA, have an indicative HCG range of approximately ₹22,000 to ₹98,000. The exact price depends on the prescribed tracer, protocol, center and billing category.

PSMA PET-CT falls within HCG's specialized tracer category, which has an indicative range of ₹22,000 to ₹98,000. This range also includes other specialized protocols and should not be interpreted as a PSMA-only price. Confirm the exact charge with a center that offers PSMA PET-CT.

The indicative HCG PET-MRI range is approximately ₹61,500 to ₹78,000. PET-MRI is available only at selected HCG centers, so patients should confirm availability and request a written estimate before booking.

PET-CT may involve a radiotracer, specialized equipment, tracer sourcing and handling, a combined imaging protocol and specialist interpretation. PET-CT and CT have different clinical roles, so the treating doctor should determine which examination is appropriate.

Charges may vary according to the radiotracer, scan type, scan coverage, clinical indication, HCG center, tracer availability, logistics, OPD or room category and additional clinical services.

The indicative HCG charge includes the standard radiotracer dose required for the prescribed protocol. Patients should confirm the exact inclusions in the written estimate issued by the selected center.

Yes. Radiologist reporting is a confirmed inclusion in HCG's pricing data. Patients should still review the written estimate for the complete list of included services.

PET-CT combines PET and CT imaging as part of the prescribed examination. The exact CT protocol and any additional requirements, such as contrast where prescribed, should be confirmed with the selected center.

Contrast is not confirmed as a standard inclusion in HCG's pricing data. When contrast is prescribed, ask the selected center whether it is included in the written estimate.

Anesthesia, extra CDs or films, review of scans performed outside HCG and same-day biopsy or planning procedures may be billed separately.

No. Charges may differ according to the center, radiotracer, scan protocol, available technology, local logistics, and OPD or room category.

No. PET-CT is available only at verified HCG locations, and the available tracers and scan technologies differ between centers.

Coverage depends on the insurance policy or healthcare scheme, medical necessity, network conditions, supporting documents, and approval requirements. Check with the insurer and the selected HCG center before the scan.

A PET-CT scan is generally carried out based on a doctor's clinical recommendation and prescribed protocol. Sharing the prescription helps the center identify the required scan and radiotracer.

Yes. Share the doctor's prescription or referral with the selected HCG center. The center can use the prescribed indication to identify the required protocol and provide the appropriate estimate.

Contact the preferred HCG PET-CT center, share the prescription, confirm the scan and billing category, check insurance or scheme eligibility, and request a written estimate before the appointment.

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