How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Massachusetts?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,262, with most between $1,602 and $2,922 ($4,496 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 Massachusetts hospitals — 20% higher than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $4,570 (2× higher).
Source: medians across 36 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,262, with most between $1,602 and $2,922, based on 36 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 20% higher than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in Massachusetts run around $4,496. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,570), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $4,570 — roughly 2× the $2,262 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,262), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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