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

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $746, with most between $174 and $1,240 ($1,516 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $2,265 (3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$746
Maine · $174–$1,240
Cash / self-pay
$1,516
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,265
3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $746, with most between $174 and $1,240, based on 11 Maine 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 Maine?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Maine run around $1,516. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,265), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $2,265 — roughly 3× the $746 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $746), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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