Table 4.
Radiological diagnostic test and their costs for appendicitis patients
| Patient Group | Appendicitis | |
|---|---|---|
| Number | % | |
| Compliant population | ||
| Ultrasound | 185 | 28.8 |
| Computed tomography | 298 | 46.3 |
| Ultrasound and computed tomography | 160 | 26.9 |
| Radiological Test cost | Price TL | Price $-US Dollar |
| National Health Insurance | 5,500 TL | $1,000 |
| Private Insurance | 8000-12000 TL | $1,500-$2,000 |
| Non-Insurance | 8,000 TL | $1,500 |
| Physician exam cost | 800 TL | $150 |
TL=Turkish Lira and $1=0.5500 TL