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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $367, with most between $218 and $671 ($1,394 cash/self-pay). Based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals — 34% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,445 (3.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$367
Massachusetts · $218$671
Cash / self-pay
$1,394
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,445
3.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 37 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $367, with most between $218 and $671, based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 34% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Massachusetts run around $1,394. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,445), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,445 — roughly 3.9× the $367 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $367), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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