How much does PET/CT scan cost in Virginia?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · State: Virginia
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for PET/CT scan is about $3,275, with most between $1,625 and $4,353 ($4,493 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 Virginia hospitals — 12% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $9,569 (2.9× higher).
Source: medians across 40 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Virginia?
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $3,275, with most between $1,625 and $4,353, based on 40 Virginia hospitals. That's 12% higher than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Virginia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Virginia run around $4,493. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,569), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Virginia hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Virginia hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $9,569 — roughly 2.9× the $3,275 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 Virginia?
Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,275), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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