How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in California?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,068, with most between $1,613 and $3,009 ($4,068 cash/self-pay). Based on 219 California hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $7,793 (3.8× higher).
Source: medians across 219 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,068, with most between $1,613 and $3,009, based on 219 California hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in California run around $4,068. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,793), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $7,793 — roughly 3.8× the $2,068 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,068), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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