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Arkansas

Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in Arkansas

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Arkansas ranks among the states with the highest rates of lung disease and respiratory conditions, making Chest CT Scan services particularly important for residents across the Natural State. Patients seeking a Chest CT Scan in Arkansas typically pay between $60 and $278, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $152 based on negotiated insurance rates. With 149 active providers statewide offering these specialized imaging services, Arkansas patients have access to Chest CT Scan care from the Mississippi River Delta to the Ozark Mountains.

Average

$164

Median

$152

Lowest

$61

Highest

$278

Providers

149

National avg: $302Arkansas: $164

46% below national average

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Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.

The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 71260 — CT chest with contrast). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.

Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.

This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.

Where this data comes from & what CPT 71260 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 71260 (CT chest with contrast), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 71260 covers: the provider's professional fee for ct chest. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

How to read this data

Negotiated Rate

The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.

P5, Median, P95

P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.

What this does not tell you

These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.

Why Chest CT Scan Visit Costs Vary Across Arkansas

Arkansas Chest CT Scan costs run approximately 12% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower overall healthcare costs and reduced provider competition in many markets. The state's mix of rural agricultural communities and small urban centers creates distinct pricing patterns across different regions.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Little Rock and Fayetteville have the highest concentration of advanced imaging facilities, while rural counties in the Arkansas Delta often require patients to travel significant distances for Chest CT Scan services. This geographic disparity creates cost variations, with rural facilities sometimes charging less due to lower overhead but urban centers offering more competitive pricing due to volume. Travel costs can offset any rural savings for patients in remote areas.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Hospital-based outpatient imaging departments dominate in major markets like Little Rock and Fort Smith, typically charging higher facility fees than independent imaging centers. Arkansas's major health systems include Baptist Health and CHI St. Vincent, which operate numerous imaging facilities statewide. Independent radiology groups often provide more competitive pricing but may have limited locations outside metropolitan areas.

Insurance Market Competition in Arkansas

BCBS Arkansas holds a dominant position in the state's insurance market, giving them significant leverage in negotiating rates with imaging providers. Limited insurer competition means fewer pricing pressures compared to states with more diverse insurance markets. The concentration of market power among a few major insurers can result in more standardized but potentially higher negotiated rates across providers.

Physician Supply and Demand in Arkansas

With 149 active Chest CT Scan providers statewide, Arkansas maintains adequate coverage for its population of approximately 3 million residents. This supply-to-population ratio suggests reasonable access without significant shortages that would drive up pricing. Most radiologists concentrate in urban areas, creating some access challenges in rural regions but preventing oversaturation that could lead to unnecessary imaging.

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Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.

The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Chest CT Scan Costs in Arkansas

What is the average cost of a Chest CT Scan visit in Arkansas without insurance?

Uninsured patients in Arkansas typically pay between $60 and $278 for a Chest CT Scan, with a median cost of $152 based on negotiated insurance rates. Self-pay patients may qualify for discounts that reduce these amounts by 30-50% at many facilities. Independent imaging centers often offer more affordable cash-pay options than hospital-based departments. Shopping around can result in significant savings since costs vary widely between providers even within the same city.

Does Arkansas Medicaid cover Chest CT Scan visits?

Arkansas traditional Medicaid covers medically necessary Chest CT Scans for eligible beneficiaries when ordered by a physician. Prior authorization is typically required, and the scan must be deemed medically appropriate for the patient's condition. Since Arkansas did not expand Medicaid, many low-income adults don't qualify for coverage and must seek alternative payment options. Eligible patients usually have no out-of-pocket costs for approved imaging services.

How do I find an affordable Chest CT Scan near me in Arkansas?

Start by comparing prices between independent imaging centers and hospital-based facilities, as independent centers often charge less. Ask about self-pay discounts if you're uninsured or have a high-deductible plan, as many Arkansas providers offer substantial cash-pay reductions. Consider community health centers or federally qualified health centers that may provide imaging services on sliding fee scales. Urban areas typically have more pricing competition, while rural facilities may offer lower base rates but require travel.

What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?

Chest CT Scan costs are primarily based on the imaging procedure itself rather than consultation complexity, with the median cost of $152 applying to most diagnostic scans. Follow-up scans for monitoring known conditions typically cost the same as initial diagnostic imaging. However, the radiologist's interpretation fee may vary slightly based on comparison requirements with prior studies. Most insurance plans treat initial and follow-up imaging similarly for cost-sharing purposes.

Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Chest CT Scan visit in Arkansas?

Yes, Chest CT Scans ordered by a physician for diagnostic or treatment purposes qualify as eligible medical expenses for both HSA and FSA accounts. You can use these tax-advantaged funds to pay deductibles, copays, or the full cost if you're uninsured. Keep receipts and documentation from your healthcare provider showing the medical necessity of the imaging. Both the technical component (the scan itself) and professional component (radiologist interpretation) are HSA/FSA eligible expenses.

How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Chest CT Scan in Arkansas?

Telemedicine consultations for reviewing Chest CT Scan results typically cost less than in-person follow-up visits, ranging from $50-150 versus traditional office visits. Many Arkansas radiologists now offer virtual consultations to discuss imaging findings, particularly beneficial for rural patients. However, the actual CT scan must still be performed in person at an imaging facility. Some providers offer telehealth packages that include both the imaging study and virtual result review at bundled rates.

Click a state to compare costs

Average Visit Cost

$131
$2,723

Office visit (CPT 71260)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage↓
1North Dakota
Range: $118 – $7,881
$2,723
2Minnesota
Range: $80 – $7,881
$2,711
3Wisconsin
Range: $73 – $863
$363
4Georgia
Range: $61 – $699
$319
5Wyoming
Range: $54 – $598
$287
6Nevada
Range: $80 – $453
$272
7Maine
Range: $93 – $439
$262
8Nebraska
Range: $108 – $415
$246
9Hawaii
Range: $67 – $348
$243
10New Mexico
Range: $52 – $505
$242
11Iowa
Range: $73 – $424
$237
12Vermont
Range: $49 – $516
$236
13North Carolina
Range: $60 – $443
$233
14New Hampshire
Range: $67 – $446
$232
15Massachusetts
Range: $64 – $454
$230
16Rhode Island
Range: $54 – $454
$226
17Alaska
Range: $54 – $449
$224
18District of Columbia
Range: $49 – $454
$223
19Colorado
Range: $55 – $441
$218
20Utah
Range: $54 – $374
$212
21California
Range: $25 – $521
$210
22Indiana
Range: $54 – $411
$206
23New York
Range: $42 – $443
$205
24Washington
Range: $54 – $384
$203
25Michigan
Range: $57 – $356
$195
26Illinois
Range: $64 – $346
$192
27Tennessee
Range: $61 – $333
$188
28Pennsylvania
Range: $50 – $389
$185
29West Virginia
Range: $64 – $317
$184
30Virginia
Range: $41 – $371
$182
31Idaho
Range: $54 – $321
$182
32New Jersey
Range: $41 – $371
$181
33Connecticut
Range: $54 – $389
$179
34Texas
Range: $54 – $345
$178
35South Carolina
Range: $54 – $339
$178
36Kansas
Range: $59 – $324
$178
37Oregon
Range: $70 – $291
$177
38South Dakota
Range: $134 – $222
$175
39Alabama
Range: $48 – $332
$173
40Delaware
Range: $61 – $273
$170
41Louisiana
Range: $48 – $288
$169
42Kentucky
Range: $54 – $335
$169
43Arkansas
Range: $61 – $278
$164
44Montana
Range: $54 – $263
$163
45Maryland
Range: $24 – $335
$161
46Mississippi
Range: $48 – $307
$160
47Missouri
Range: $64 – $265
$159
48Oklahoma
Range: $51 – $298
$154
49Ohio
Range: $41 – $298
$154
50Arizona
Range: $54 – $267
$145
51Florida
Range: $35 – $297
$131
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