How much does a Cardiac stress test cost in California?
Cardiac stress test · CPT 93015 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac stress test is about $317, with most between $144 and $666 ($270 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 California hospitals — 53% higher than the national typical of $207. Hospital list charges run about $520 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 51 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Cardiac stress test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Cardiac stress test cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Cardiac stress test cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cardiac stress test is about $317, with most between $144 and $666, based on 51 California hospitals. That's 53% higher than the national typical of $207.
How much does a Cardiac stress test cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cardiac stress test in California run around $270. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $520), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Cardiac stress test so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Cardiac stress test run about $520 — roughly 1.6× the $317 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 stress test in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $317), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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