How much does a PET cost in New York City?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · Metro area: New York City
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $2,665, with most between $454 and $3,922 ($1,809 cash/self-pay). Based on 31 New York City hospitals — 9% lower than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $5,074 (1.9× higher).
Source: medians across 31 New York City 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 City — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in New York City?
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $2,665, with most between $454 and $3,922, based on 31 New York City hospitals. That's 9% lower than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in New York City?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in New York City run around $1,809. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,074), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York City hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
New York City hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $5,074 — roughly 1.9× the $2,665 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 City?
Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,665), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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