How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Missouri?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,148, with most between $389 and $2,224 ($2,939 cash/self-pay). Based on 63 Missouri hospitals — 39% lower than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $4,532 (3.9× higher).
Source: medians across 63 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,148, with most between $389 and $2,224, based on 63 Missouri hospitals. That's 39% lower than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in Missouri run around $2,939. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,532), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $4,532 — roughly 3.9× the $1,148 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,148), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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