How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Arkansas?

CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $455, with most between $299 and $504 ($762 cash/self-pay). Based on 60 Arkansas hospitals — 37% lower than the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $2,125 (4.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$455
Arkansas · $299$504
Cash / self-pay
$762
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,125
4.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 60 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the chest with contrast cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $455, with most between $299 and $504, based on 60 Arkansas hospitals. That's 37% lower than the national typical of $719.

How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Arkansas run around $762. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,125), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $2,125 — roughly 4.7× the $455 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 CT scan of the chest with contrast in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $455), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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