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

CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: New York

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $373, with most between $211 and $788 ($540 cash/self-pay). Based on 142 New York hospitals — 33% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,271 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$373
New York · $211$788
Cash / self-pay
$540
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,271
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 142 New York 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 York — FAQs

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

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $373, with most between $211 and $788, based on 142 New York hospitals. That's 33% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in New York run around $540. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,271), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New York hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,271 — roughly 3.4× the $373 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 York?

Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $373), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

Charged more than $373 in New York?

Upload your bill and Upfronte will check it against real New York hospital prices and negotiate overcharges. No savings, no fee.

Upload Your Bill