How much does a PET cost in Washington?
PET/CT scan · CPT 78815 · State: Washington
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $4,213, with most between $3,655 and $4,878 ($4,233 cash/self-pay). Based on 28 Washington hospitals — 44% higher than the national typical of $2,919. Hospital list charges run about $8,729 (2.1× higher).
Source: medians across 28 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs
How much does a PET/CT scan cost in Washington?
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PET/CT scan is about $4,213, with most between $3,655 and $4,878, based on 28 Washington hospitals. That's 44% higher than the national typical of $2,919.
How much does a PET/CT scan cost without insurance in Washington?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PET/CT scan in Washington run around $4,233. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,729), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Washington hospital bill for a PET/CT scan so high?
Washington hospital "list" charges for a PET/CT scan run about $8,729 — roughly 2.1× the $4,213 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 Washington?
Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,213), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Washington hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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