How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in New York City?

Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,509, with most between $495 and $1,742 ($1,642 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 New York City hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $4,373 (2.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,509
New York City · $495$1,742
Cash / self-pay
$1,642
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,373
2.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 35 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs

How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,509, with most between $495 and $1,742, based on 35 New York City hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $1,878.

How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in New York City run around $1,642. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,373), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York City hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?

New York City hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $4,373 — roughly 2.9× the $1,509 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 New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,509), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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