How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Montana?
CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $1,393, with most between $1,111 and $1,882 ($1,566 cash/self-pay). Based on 21 Montana hospitals — 94% higher than the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $1,725 (1.2× higher).
Source: medians across 21 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $1,393, with most between $1,111 and $1,882, based on 21 Montana hospitals. That's 94% higher than the national typical of $719.
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Montana run around $1,566. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,725), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $1,725 — roughly 1.2× the $1,393 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 Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,393), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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