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

CT scan of the sinuses · CPT 70486 · State: South Carolina

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the sinuses is about $396, with most between $219 and $582 ($1,379 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — 28% lower than the national typical of $552. Hospital list charges run about $2,121 (5.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$396
South Carolina · $219$582
Cash / self-pay
$1,379
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,121
5.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 South Carolina hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the sinuses cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the sinuses cost in South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the sinuses is about $396, with most between $219 and $582, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's 28% lower than the national typical of $552.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the sinuses in South Carolina run around $1,379. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,121), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the sinuses run about $2,121 — roughly 5.4× the $396 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 sinuses in South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $396), 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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