How much does a PET cost in Houston?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $3,653, with most between $3,573 and $3,833 ($5,230 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 25% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $11,727 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $3,653, with most between $3,573 and $3,833, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 25% higher than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Houston run around $5,230. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,727), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $11,727 — roughly 3.2× the $3,653 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,653), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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