How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Rhode Island?
CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $489, with most between $484 and $491 ($1,402 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 32% lower than the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $2,108 (4.3× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $489, with most between $484 and $491, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 32% lower than the national typical of $719.
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Rhode Island?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Rhode Island run around $1,402. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,108), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Rhode Island hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?
Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $2,108 — roughly 4.3× the $489 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $489), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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