How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Illinois?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,075, with most between $1,668 and $3,283 ($3,345 cash/self-pay). Based on 106 Illinois hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $6,168 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 106 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,075, with most between $1,668 and $3,283, based on 106 Illinois hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in Illinois run around $3,345. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,168), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $6,168 — roughly 3× the $2,075 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,075), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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