How much does a Chest X-ray cost in Philadelphia?
Chest X-ray (2 views) · CPT 71046 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $102, with most between $69 and $129 ($92 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 33% lower than the national typical of $153. Hospital list charges run about $973 (9.5× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Chest X-ray (2 views) is about $102, with most between $69 and $129, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 33% lower than the national typical of $153.
How much does a Chest X-ray (2 views) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Chest X-ray (2 views) in Philadelphia run around $92. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $973), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Chest X-ray (2 views) so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Chest X-ray (2 views) run about $973 — roughly 9.5× the $102 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $102), 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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