How much does a PET cost in Maine?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $1,475, with most between $1,161 and $2,044 ($3,690 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 Maine hospitals — 49% lower than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $3,764 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 10 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $1,475, with most between $1,161 and $2,044, based on 10 Maine hospitals. That's 49% lower than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Maine run around $3,690. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,764), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $3,764 — roughly 2.6× the $1,475 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,475), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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