How much does Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Philadelphia?
Cardiac nuclear stress imaging · CPT 78452 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,419, with most between $1,312 and $1,742 ($1,369 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 24% lower than the national typical of $1,878. Hospital list charges run about $8,498 (6× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging is about $1,419, with most between $1,312 and $1,742, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 24% lower than the national typical of $1,878.
How much does a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging in Philadelphia run around $1,369. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,498), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac nuclear stress imaging run about $8,498 — roughly 6× the $1,419 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,419), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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