How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in New Mexico?
CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: New Mexico
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $279, with most between $176 and $472 ($1,266 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 New Mexico hospitals — 50% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,923 (10.5× higher).
Source: medians across 10 New Mexico 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 New Mexico — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $279, with most between $176 and $472, based on 10 New Mexico hospitals. That's 50% lower than the national typical of $555.
How much does a CT scan of the chest cost without insurance in New Mexico?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in New Mexico run around $1,266. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,923), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Mexico hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest so high?
New Mexico hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,923 — roughly 10.5× the $279 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 New Mexico?
Yes. If a New Mexico hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $279), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Mexico hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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