How much does PET/CT scan cost in New York?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · State: New York
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for PET/CT scan is about $2,694, with most between $1,531 and $3,457 ($5,392 cash/self-pay). Based on 118 New York hospitals — 8% lower than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $6,945 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 118 New York 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 New York — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in New York?
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $2,694, with most between $1,531 and $3,457, based on 118 New York hospitals. That's 8% lower than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in New York?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in New York run around $5,392. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,945), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
New York hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $6,945 — roughly 2.6× the $2,694 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 New York?
Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,694), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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