How much does a Chest X-ray cost in New York City?

Chest X-ray (2 views) · CPT 71046 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $114, with most between $40 and $245 ($105 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 New York City hospitals — 25% lower than the national typical of $153. Hospital list charges run about $234 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$114
New York City · $40$245
Cash / self-pay
$105
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$234
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs

How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $114, with most between $40 and $245, based on 36 New York City hospitals. That's 25% lower than the national typical of $153.

How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Chest X-ray (2 views) in New York City run around $105. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $234), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York City hospital bill for a Chest X-ray (2 views) so high?

New York City hospital "list" charges for a Chest X-ray (2 views) run about $234 — roughly 2.1× the $114 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 New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $114), 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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