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

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $487, with most between $157 and $911 ($499 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Minnesota hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,172 (2.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$487
Minnesota · $157$911
Cash / self-pay
$499
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,172
2.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 92 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $487, with most between $157 and $911, based on 92 Minnesota hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Minnesota run around $499. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,172), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,172 — roughly 2.4× the $487 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $487), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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