How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in Alabama?

CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: Alabama

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $301, with most between $182 and $713 ($1,015 cash/self-pay). Based on 56 Alabama hospitals — 46% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,033 (6.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$301
Alabama · $182$713
Cash / self-pay
$1,015
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,033
6.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 56 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the chest cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the chest cost in Alabama — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in Alabama?

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $301, with most between $182 and $713, based on 56 Alabama hospitals. That's 46% lower than the national typical of $555.

How much does a CT scan of the chest cost without insurance in Alabama?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Alabama run around $1,015. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,033), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Alabama hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest so high?

Alabama hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,033 — roughly 6.8× the $301 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 in Alabama?

Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $301), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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