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

CT scan of the chest · CPT 71250 · State: Tennessee

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $250, with most between $181 and $661 ($771 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Tennessee hospitals — 55% lower than the national typical of $555. Hospital list charges run about $2,654 (10.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$250
Tennessee · $181$661
Cash / self-pay
$771
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,654
10.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 98 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the chest is about $250, with most between $181 and $661, based on 98 Tennessee hospitals. That's 55% lower than the national typical of $555.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the chest in Tennessee run around $771. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,654), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the chest run about $2,654 — roughly 10.6× the $250 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 Tennessee?

Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $250), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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