How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Houston?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,214, with most between $1,171 and $3,325 ($9,059 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 Houston hospitals — 35% lower than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $15,838 (13× higher).
Source: medians across 36 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,214, with most between $1,171 and $3,325, based on 36 Houston hospitals. That's 35% lower than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in Houston run around $9,059. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $15,838), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $15,838 — roughly 13× the $1,214 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,214), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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