How much does CT scan of the chest cost in North Carolina?

CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: North Carolina

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the chest is about $709, with most between $175 and $1,252 ($1,302 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 North Carolina hospitals — 28% higher than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,605 (3.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$709
North Carolina · $175–$1,252
Cash / self-pay
$1,302
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,605
3.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs

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

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $709, with most between $175 and $1,252, based on 54 North Carolina hospitals. That's 28% higher than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in North Carolina run around $1,302. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,605), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,605 — roughly 3.7× the $709 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 North Carolina?

Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $709), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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