How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in North Carolina?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,520, with most between $411 and $3,287 ($3,224 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 North Carolina hospitals — 34% higher than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $6,448 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 51 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $2,520, with most between $411 and $3,287, based on 51 North Carolina hospitals. That's 34% higher than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in North Carolina run around $3,224. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,448), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $6,448 — roughly 2.6× the $2,520 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,520), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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