How much does a PET cost in Pittsburgh?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · Metro area: Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $8,275, with most between $5,650 and $8,275 ($14,917 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Pittsburgh hospitals — 183% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $18,646 (2.3× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Pittsburgh?
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $8,275, with most between $5,650 and $8,275, based on 12 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 183% higher than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Pittsburgh?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Pittsburgh run around $14,917. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $18,646), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pittsburgh hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $18,646 — roughly 2.3× the $8,275 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 Pittsburgh?
Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $8,275), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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