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

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

In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $1,065, with most between $917 and $1,404 ($1,038 cash/self-pay). Based on 21 Montana hospitals — 92% higher than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,351 (1.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,065
Montana · $917$1,404
Cash / self-pay
$1,038
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,351
1.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 21 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs

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

In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $1,065, with most between $917 and $1,404, based on 21 Montana hospitals. That's 92% higher than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Montana run around $1,038. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,351), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Montana hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,351 — roughly 1.3× the $1,065 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 Montana?

Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,065), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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