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Identifying that you have cancer early on can be an important part of early treatment. For certain types of cancer, that can mean undergoing a full body scan. A full body scan is an imaging test that helps to screen your body for signs of unusual activity. For certain forms of cancer, like multiple myeloma, for example, it could help to detect some signs of cancer.1
Depending on which treatment center you use, the type of scan you need, where you live, and your insurance plan, you might pay different costs for a full body cancer scan. Let’s examine how a full body scan might be priced.
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A full body scan allows medical professionals to examine your body more closely by taking images of it. Full body scans may take the form of a computed tomography (CT) scan, positron emission tomography (PET) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), depending on the type of imaging is required and what the doctors need to examine.
There are a few different components that may affect the cost of a full body scan. These include:
The three primary scans you might undergo each have different price ranges. The following ranges are raw prices, excluding any coverage from insurance:
If your doctor recommends a full body scan, then they are more likely to be covered by your insurance plan. If you elect to go through with a full body scan without the recommendation of a medical professional, then you might need to pay the costs out of pocket, depending on your insurance policy.6
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A full body scan may be important in detecting cancerous elements in your body, but it can also pose risks. CT and PET scans expose you to radiation, and they might not be recommended for everyone. Doctors often advise against scans for people who present no symptoms, so it’s best to consult with your health professional to see if a scan is right for you.6
Consult with healthcare professionals to learn about how to best screen for cancer, given your personal health and your medical history. Your doctor can recommend the best type of scans or other screening procedures to take, while taking into consideration your symptoms and condition.
Depending on your condition, full body scans might be helpful in identifying cancer in your body. Many different factors determine what you might pay for full body scans, but if your doctor recommends one, cancer insurance may help cover some of the costs. Assessing the pros and cons of cancer insurance can help you to make an informed decision on whether cancer insurance is right for you.
Aflac offers cancer insurance policies that may be able to cover some of the costs associated with screening. Chat with an Aflac agent today to discuss your policy options and get a quote for cancer insurance.
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1 MD Anderson Cancer Center – Should you get a full-body scan to look for cancer? Updated November 10, 2023. https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/should-you-get-a-full-body-scan-to-look-for-cancer.h00-159623379.html. Accessed July 14, 2025.
2 Rural Health Information Hub – Healthcare Access in Rural Communities. Updated July 17, 2025. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/healthcare-access. Accessed July 10, 2025.
3 Mira – How Much Does an MRI Cost Without Insurance? Updated December 20, 2023. https://www.talktomira.com/post/how-much-does-an-mri-cost-without-insurance-in-2021. Accessed July 10, 2025.
4 Ezra - How much is a CT scan With and Without Insurance? National Averages and How To Pay Less. Updated January 14, 2025. https://ezra.com/blog/how-much-is-a-ct-scan. Accessed July 10, 2025.
5 GoodRx – How Much Does a PET Scan Cost? Updated November 1, 2023. https://www.goodrx.com/health-topic/diagnostics/pet-scan-cost?srsltid=AfmBOoo8zrFs5cVHsDeOcXvlrAE8oiqjBpbjl2pIDqQgEIrsDXY7BU9H. Accessed July 10, 2025.
6 City of Hope – Pros and cons of a potential rising trend: Commercial cancer screening. Updated July 30, 2024. https://www.cancercenter.com/community/blog/2024/07/pros-cons-full-body-cancer-scan. Accessed July 10, 2025.
7 Preventative Diagnostic Center - What Can You Use Your FSA/HAS Funds On? Updated May 27, 2025. https://www.pdcenterlv.com/blog/what-can-i-use-my-fsa-funds-on/. Accessed July 10, 2025.
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Cancer/Specified-Disease, B70000 series: In Delaware, Policies B70100DE, B70200DE & B70300DE. In Idaho, Policies B70100ID, B70200ID, B70300ID, B7010EPID, B7020EPID. In Oklahoma, Policies B70100OK, B70200OK, B70300OK, B7010EPOK, B7020EPOK. A75000 series: In Virginia, policies A75100VA–A75300VA.
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Cancer/Specified-Disease: In Delaware, Policy T70000. In Idaho, Policy T70000ID. In Oklahoma, Policy T70000OK. In Virginia, policies T70000VA & T70000GVA.
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