C-arm cost is one of those topics where everyone has a number, but nobody wants to commit to it. If you’re opening a surgery center, upgrading aging equipment, or just trying to figure out whether renting or buying actually makes sense for your caseload, this guide gives you the real figures, not a runaround.
This guide will provide 2026 pricing for C-arm rentals, new purchases, and refurbished purchases, broken down by type of C-arm, no sales pitches, just prices, comparisons, and a clear framework for making the right call for your facility.
- ARRT-Certified Technologists Included
- Same-Day Delivery . Statewide Florida
- Transparent Pricing . No Hidden Fees
- Daily, Weekly & Monthly Rental Options
- 24/7 Availability
What Is a C-Arm Machine and Why Does It Matter for Your Facility?
If you’re making equipment decisions for your facility, understanding what a C-arm actually does, and what it costs, starts here. We´ll break down the basics, so the pricing that follows makes sense in context.
The Equipment Explained
A C-arm is a mobile fluoroscopic imaging system that delivers continuous, real-time X-ray imaging during surgical and interventional procedures. The name comes from the C-shaped arm connecting the X-ray tube to the image detector, a design that allows full rotation around the patient without ever needing to reposition them on the table.
A C-arm is used in numerous medical specialties, including orthopedics, pain management, spinal surgeries, vascular interventions, and emergency medicine, which means if your facility runs any of those procedures, access to a C-arm isn’t really optional. The next decision would be whether to rent or purchase.
Mini C-Arm vs. Full C-Arm: The Key Distinction That Affects Price
Before getting into the numbers associated with C-arms, it helps to know there are two primary types of C-arms: mini-C-Arms and full-C-Arms. These two types of equipment have distinct prices and clinical applications:
- Mini C-arm: A compact C-arm with a small image intensifier (4-6 inch), it’s designed for extremity imaging only, think hands, wrist, foot, ankle. Also, it delivers a lower radiation dose to patients and naturally fits into orthopedic clinics and outpatient facilities, which are ideal for using mini-C-Arms.
- Full C-arm (standard or large): A larger C-arm with a larger image intensifier (9-12 inch), it’s built for full body imaging across the spine, hips, shoulder, abdomen, and vascular interventions, which means it’s standard in hospital ORs and multi-specialty surgery centers.
Coast to Coast Radiology offers both full and mini C-arms for daily, weekly, and monthly rentals in Florida.
C-Arm Rental Pricing: What to Expect in 2026
Rental is the most flexible and often the least expensive way for Florida facilities with variable imaging needs. Here’s what the numbers look like:
Mini C-Arm Rental Rates
- Daily: $300-$500/day (only for the equipment)
- Weekly: $1200-$2000/week
- Monthly: $3500-$5500/month
- With an ARRT-certified technologist: Add $400-$700/day depending on how many cases you have and hours.
Mini C-arms are the most requested rental equipment in outpatient orthopedic and pain management settings. With a rental costing $300-$500/day versus purchasing one new for $80,000-$150,000, the math is clear for facilities with less than 15 days/month of imaging.
Full C-Arm Rental Rates
- Daily: $500-$800/day (only for the equipment)
- Weekly: $2000-$3500/week
- Monthly: $5500-$9000/month
- With an ARRT-certified technologist: Add $400-$700/day
Full C-arms are standard in hospital operating rooms and in multi-specialty surgery centers with complex orthopedic, spinal, or vascular procedures. Rental makes particular sense here when procedure volume fluctuates, when facilities are purchasing units, or when their primary units are down for service.
What's Included in a Coast to Coast Radiology Rental
Not all rental equipment companies include everything in their quote, but Coast to Coast Radiology provides the following as standard in every rental, with no surprise on your invoice:
- Delivery and setup: We’ll deliver and set up the equipment at your facility. We also offer same-day delivery throughout Florida.
- ARRT-certified technologist (optional): All of the technicians employed by Coast to Coast Radiology are certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and meet national competency standards.
- Pre-deployment quality check: Every piece of equipment is inspected, calibrated, and verified for safety and compliance with regulatory requirements before it leaves our facility.
- Digital imaging output: Real-time digital imaging compatible with common PACS and radiology information systems.
- 24/7 support: For emergencies or if you have an issue that requires assistance outside of normal business hours, we’re reachable around the clock.
C-Arm Purchase Pricing: New vs. Refurbished Equipment
If you have consistent, high-volume imaging needs, purchasing may provide the best long-term financial advantages. Here’s what equipment actually costs for both new and refurbished C-arm equipment in 2026 and across the major manufacturers.
New C-Arm Purchase Prices
- Mini C-arm (new): $80,000-$150,000 depending on manufacturer and model.
- Full C-arm (new): $150,000 to $300,000 for standard models
- Advanced full C-arm with flat-panel detector (new): $300,000, and can exceed $500,000.
Major manufacturers in the new C-arm market include GE Healthcare, Siemens Healthineers, Philips, Ziehm Imaging, and Hologic. GE and Siemens command premium pricing, particularly for flat-panel detector models, so if budget is a factor, Ziehm and Hologic offer lower pricing options for their mid-range products.
Refurbished C-Arm Purchase Prices
- Mini C-arm (refurbished): $40,000 – $90,000
- Full C-arm (refurbished): $60,000 – $180,000 depending on model year and condition
- Refurbished OEC/GE full C-arm (popular workhorse models): 80,000 – $140,000.
Refurbished C-arms can offer substantial savings, but refurbishment quality varies widely based on source. When purchasing refurbished equipment, facilities should verify maintenance records and tube hours, as well as whether the unit has been factory recertified vs. third-party refurbished.
Hidden Costs of Purchase That Rental Eliminates
When buying a C-arm, there are many other costs associated with the purchase that aren’t reflected in the sticker price. These additional costs include:
- Annual service and maintenance contracts: $8,000 to $25,000 per year, depending on how much coverage you want.
- X-ray tube replacement: $15,000 to $40,000 to replace the tube (typically occurs every 3-7 years, depending on usage).
- Storage and facility costs: Dedicated storage area, signage, and preparation of the room for the C-arm.
- Training for staff members and continued education and certification requirements for maintaining competence
- Technology obsolescence: C-arm technology changes, and the purchased unit may be obsolete within 7-10 years.
- Downtime risk: If your purchased unit breaks down, you’ll need to pay for repairs or replacement and the costs associated with rescheduling the procedure.
With rental, none of that lands on your plate. We handle the maintenance, QA, and equipment replacement for the C-arm; your facility just pays for the time used.
Rent vs. Buy: A Simple Decision Framework for Florida Facilities
The rental vs. purchase decision depends on how often you use the imaging equipment, if you have enough capital to invest in it, and the number of employees available to maintain the equipment. Here’s a straightforward way to think it through.
Renting Makes More Sense When
- Imaging is required less than 15 times a month.
- Procedure volume varies depending on the time of the year, and/or there are too many procedures to determine a stable volume.
- You don’t have a full-time, ARRT-certified radiologic technologist on staff.
- There are limitations to your capital budget, or there are higher priority expenditures (build out, staffing, other medical equipment).
- You need coverage while a primary unit is being serviced or replaced
- You want to trial equipment utilization before committing to a $150K+ purchase
- Flexibility matters: daily/weekly/monthly rental scales with your schedule
Purchasing Makes More Sense When
- Imaging demand is daily or near-daily across a consistent, high-volume procedure schedule
- You have a full-time ARRT-certified radiologic technologist on staff.
- Long-term ROI analysis (5-10 year horizon) clearly favors capital outlay over ongoing rental operating costs
- Storage and maintenance infrastructure for the equipment, as well as the necessary programs for radiation safety, have been established.
- Technology upgrades aren’t a concern for your procedure types.
Still on the fence? We’re happy to work through a quick utilization analysis with you before you make any commitment. Most Florida facilities are surprised to find that rental pencils out better than expected once hidden ownership costs are factored in.
Why Florida Surgery Centers and Clinics Rent from Coast to Coast Radiology
We´re a local Bradenton-based company, not part of a national chain. So when you need equipment delivered and installed on the same day that your case is scheduled, you’re calling the people who actually make that happen, not a broker who has to call around to find your machine.
Same-Day Delivery, Statewide Florida
Most national vendors quote 48-72 hours. We deliver same day to surgery centers, orthopedic clinics, pain management offices, and hospitals throughout all of Florida, from Sarasota and Tampa Bay down to Orlando, Miami, and Jacksonville. This is because our inventory and logistical resources are located throughout Florida, so there’s no waiting for a truck to come from out of state.
ARRT-Certified Technologists Every Time
Every technologist we send out is registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Having an ARRT-certified technologist on site doesn’t just meet compliance requirements, but also provides your medical team with technical support for operating the equipment during a live procedure, not just how to drive a van.
Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees
We quote delivery, technologist costs, and equipment fees upfront. There won’t be any additional fees added at the end of the rental period. No fuel surcharge or unexpected invoice.
Flexible Rental Terms
We offer daily, weekly, and monthly rentals, with no contractual obligation. Rent the equipment for as long as you need it on the exact days you need it.
24/7 Availability
Surgical emergencies don’t occur during regular business hours, that’s why we are available 24/7 for urgent equipment requests.
Who Rents C-Arm Equipment in Florida . and What They Pay
We work with a wide range of healthcare facilities across Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa Bay, Central Florida, and beyond. Here’s how different facilities use C-arm rental and the typical leasing scenarios:
Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Surgery centers are our primary customer segment. Most ASCs in the Sarasota and Tampa Bay area use C-arms for orthopedic cases, specifically fracture fixation, joint procedures, and hardware placement. High-volume surgical centers that run C-arm imaging daily can benefit from a monthly lease contract versus daily rental charges. For lower-volume centers doing 4-6 imaging days per month, daily rental keeps costs tightly controlled without storage, maintenance, or depreciation overhead.
Pain Management Clinics
Interventional pain procedures (Epidural Steroid Injections, Nerve Blocks, Spinal Cord Stimulator Trials) require fluoroscopic guidance. Pain Management clinics located in the Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay area commonly rent portable fluoroscopy units on a per-procedure / per-day basis. It’s a predictable, controllable cost that eliminates the overhead of purchasing and staffing a dedicated imaging unit.
Orthopedic Clinics
Orthopedic outpatient clinics located in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, and the Tampa Bay area routinely rent mini-C-arms for extremity imaging (wrists/hands, feet/ankles). Rental costs for mini-C-arms are in the range of $300-$500 per day and represent only a fraction of the $80k-$150k purchase price, and for practices that don’t image daily, rental is the obvious choice.
Hospitals and Emergency Departments
Hospitals’ imaging departments and emergency rooms use C-arm rental for two distinct scenarios: equipment backup when a primary unit fails or goes out for service, and surge capacity during high-volume periods. Our 24/7 availability and same-day delivery capability make Coast to Coast Radiology the go-to emergency equipment partner for hospital facilities throughout Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions: C-Arm Equipment Cost
If you’re trying to nail down C-arm equipment cost before making a decision, these are the questions most Florida facilities ask us before they rent or buy.
How much does a C-arm machine cost?
A new full-size C-arm typically costs $150,000-$300,000. The higher-end model with flat panel technology may exceed $500,000. A new mini C-arm can range from $80,000 to $150,000. A refurbished mini C-arm can be purchased for $40,000 to $90,000.Rental rates vary from $300-$500 per day for mini C-arm and $500-$800 per day for full C-arm. This can make renting the best option for most Florida outpatient imaging centers
Is it cheaper to rent or buy a C-arm?
Renting wins for most facilities running imaging 15 days a month or less, or for any facility without a full-time certified technologist on staff. When you estimate the cost of the service contract ($8,000-$25,000/yr.), tube replacement ($15,000-$40,000), and depreciation, many radiologists find that renting is a more cost-effective option. The exception would be a facility with heavy volume and consistent use of the C-arm, such as a hospital or surgical center.
What brands of C-arm do Coast to Coast Radiology rent?
We maintain inventory across multiple manufacturers, including GE, Siemens, and OEC models. Equipment can change – Please contact us to confirm what specific model(s) are available for your rental dates and procedure needs.
Does the rental include a technologist?
Technologist services are available as an add-on to all of our equipment rentals. Every technologist we provide is certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). If your facility already has a credentialed tech, you can just rent equipment. Many clients opt for the bundled package for convenience, compliance assurance, and to avoid the staffing overhead of sourcing a tech separately.
How quickly can you deliver a C-arm to our Florida facility?
We offer same-day delivery throughout Florida for most requests received by late morning. For scheduled procedures, we recommend ordering your equipment and technologist 24-48 hours in advance to ensure both are available. Emergency orders are treated as a top priority and are addressed in the order they are received. Please call us directly at (941) 371-9659 to request emergency assistance.
What is the difference between a mini C-arm and a full C-arm?
A mini C-arm is designed for use with the hand/wrist and foot/ankle and utilizes a small image intensifier (4-6 inch). Mini C-arms are commonly found in the outpatient setting and in orthopedic offices. A full C-arm has a larger image intensifier (9-12 inch) and is used for body imaging, typically found in the hospital operating room and multi-specialty surgical center. Because of the increased size and weight, full C-arms are also more expensive to rent and purchase.
Ready to Get Pricing for Your Facility?
Whether you need a mini C-arm for one procedure day, a full C-Arm for one month of orthopedic procedures, or you’re unsure whether it is better to rent versus buy for the future, we can help you work through the numbers.
Call us at (941) 371-9659 or submit a request through our contact page. We serve surgery centers, orthopedic clinics, pain management centers, hospitals, and healthcare facilities in Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa Bay, Central Florida, and throughout the State of Florida.
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