How much does PET/CT scan cost in Colorado?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for PET/CT scan is about $3,476, with most between $2,750 and $5,221 ($5,310 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 Colorado hospitals — 19% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $11,340 (3.3× higher).
Source: medians across 59 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $3,476, with most between $2,750 and $5,221, based on 59 Colorado hospitals. That's 19% higher than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Colorado run around $5,310. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,340), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $11,340 — roughly 3.3× the $3,476 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,476), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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