How much does PET/CT scan cost in Philadelphia?

PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for PET/CT scan is about $3,316, with most between $2,553 and $3,363 ($1,530 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $12,459 (3.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,316
Philadelphia · $2,553–$3,363
Cash / self-pay
$1,530
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$12,459
3.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $3,316, with most between $2,553 and $3,363, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $2,919.

How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Philadelphia?

Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Philadelphia run around $1,530. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $12,459), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $12,459 — roughly 3.8× the $3,316 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,316), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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