How much does Chest X-ray (2 views) cost in Louisiana?
Chest X-ray (2 views) · CPT 71046 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $138, with most between $119 and $186 ($192 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 Louisiana hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $153. Hospital list charges run about $308 (2.2× higher).
Source: medians across 53 Louisiana hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Chest X-ray (2 views) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Chest X-ray (2 views) cost in Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $138, with most between $119 and $186, based on 53 Louisiana hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $153.
How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Chest X-ray (2 views) in Louisiana run around $192. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $308), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Chest X-ray (2 views) so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Chest X-ray (2 views) run about $308 — roughly 2.2× the $138 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 Chest X-ray (2 views) in Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $138), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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