How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in South Dakota?
CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $1,752, with most between $1,272 and $2,108 ($2,210 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 South Dakota hospitals — 216% higher than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,582 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 18 South Dakota 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 Dakota — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the chest cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $1,752, with most between $1,272 and $2,108, based on 18 South Dakota hospitals. That's 216% higher than the national typical of $555.
How much does a CT scan of the chest cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in South Dakota run around $2,210. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,582), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a CT scan of the chest so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,582 — roughly 1.5× the $1,752 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 Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,752), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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