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

CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $320, with most between $315 and $337 ($871 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 42% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $1,486 (4.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$320
Rhode Island · $315$337
Cash / self-pay
$871
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,486
4.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

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

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $320, with most between $315 and $337, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 42% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Rhode Island run around $871. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,486), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $1,486 — roughly 4.6× the $320 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $320), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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