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

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the chest is about $390, with most between $255 and $602 ($1,513 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — 30% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,328 (6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$390
South Carolina · $255–$602
Cash / self-pay
$1,513
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,328
6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 South 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 South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $390, with most between $255 and $602, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's 30% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in South Carolina run around $1,513. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,328), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,328 — roughly 6× the $390 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 South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $390), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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