How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Louisiana?
CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $732, with most between $585 and $1,426 ($1,373 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 Louisiana hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $2,679 (3.7× higher).
Source: medians across 53 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $732, with most between $585 and $1,426, based on 53 Louisiana hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $719.
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Louisiana run around $1,373. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,679), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $2,679 — roughly 3.7× the $732 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $732), 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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