How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Wisconsin?
CT scan of the chest with contrast · CPT 71260 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $760, with most between $350 and $1,502 ($1,500 cash/self-pay). Based on 103 Wisconsin hospitals — 6% higher than the national typical of $719. Hospital list charges run about $2,462 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 103 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest with contrast is about $760, with most between $350 and $1,502, based on 103 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 6% higher than the national typical of $719.
How much does a CT scan of the chest with contrast cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest with contrast in Wisconsin run around $1,500. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,462), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest with contrast so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest with contrast run about $2,462 — roughly 3.2× the $760 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $760), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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