How much does a PET cost in Charlotte?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · Metro area: Charlotte
In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $2,238, with most between $735 and $3,787 ($3,836 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — 23% lower than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $7,671 (3.4× higher).
Source: medians across 15 Charlotte hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national PET/CT scan cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
PET/CT scan cost in Charlotte — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Charlotte?
In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $2,238, with most between $735 and $3,787, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's 23% lower than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Charlotte?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Charlotte run around $3,836. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,671), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Charlotte hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Charlotte hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $7,671 — roughly 3.4× the $2,238 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 PET/CT scan in Charlotte?
Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,238), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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