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

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $815, with most between $557 and $1,105 ($949 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Kentucky hospitals — 47% higher than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,040 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$815
Kentucky · $557$1,105
Cash / self-pay
$949
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,040
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $815, with most between $557 and $1,105, based on 54 Kentucky hospitals. That's 47% higher than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Kentucky run around $949. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,040), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kentucky hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,040 — roughly 2.5× the $815 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 Kentucky?

Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $815), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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