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

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $246, with most between $158 and $672 ($775 cash/self-pay). Based on 68 Missouri hospitals — 56% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,442 (5.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$246
Missouri · $158$672
Cash / self-pay
$775
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,442
5.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 68 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $246, with most between $158 and $672, based on 68 Missouri hospitals. That's 56% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Missouri run around $775. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,442), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,442 — roughly 5.9× the $246 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $246), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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