How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Colorado?
CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $934, with most between $578 and $1,540 ($2,271 cash/self-pay). Based on 77 Colorado hospitals — 30% higher than the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $3,953 (4.2× higher).
Source: medians across 77 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $934, with most between $578 and $1,540, based on 77 Colorado hospitals. That's 30% higher than the national typical of $719.
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Colorado run around $2,271. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,953), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $3,953 — roughly 4.2× the $934 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $934), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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