Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in Hawaii
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Hawaii's isolated island geography creates unique healthcare challenges, with many specialists concentrated on Oahu while outer islands face limited access. Chest CT Scan patients across the state encounter a wide range of pricing structures, with negotiated rates varying significantly between facilities. With over 114 active Chest CT Scan providers throughout Hawaii, patients can browse all available options to find quality care that fits their budget.
Average
$243
Median
$315
Lowest
$67
Highest
$348
Providers
114
20% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does ct chest compare to related procedures in Hawaii?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $88 | $628 | $1,014 | 99 |
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $75 | $387 | $505 | 106 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $85 | $457 | $577 | 99 |
| CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 74177 | $80 | $193 | $766 | 99 |
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 Hawaii
Healthcare costs in Hawaii run approximately 16% above national averages, reflecting the state's isolated Pacific location and the challenges of importing medical equipment and supplies. The concentration of specialists on Oahu creates access disparities for residents of Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island, often forcing patients to travel for specialized care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Honolulu's urban core houses the majority of Hawaii's imaging centers and radiologists, while rural areas on all islands face significant provider shortages. Neighbor island residents often must fly to Oahu for specialized scans, adding travel costs to medical expenses. Some rural facilities operate with limited hours or require advance scheduling weeks in advance.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient departments dominate Hawaii's imaging landscape, with major health systems like Hawaii Pacific Health and Kaiser controlling many facilities. Independent imaging centers face high overhead costs due to equipment shipping expenses and limited technologist availability. Facility fees at hospital-owned centers typically exceed those at freestanding clinics by 30-50%.
Insurance Market Competition in Hawaii
HMSA (Blue Cross Blue Shield), United Healthcare, and Kaiser Permanente control the majority of Hawaii's insurance market, creating limited competitive pressure on negotiated rates. The state's small population and geographic isolation reduce insurer competition compared to mainland markets. This concentration allows providers to maintain higher pricing with less fear of losing patients to competitors.
Physician Supply and Demand in Hawaii
With 114 active Chest CT Scan providers serving Hawaii's 1.4 million residents, the state maintains adequate imaging capacity in urban areas but faces shortages on neighbor islands. Many radiologists trained on the mainland choose not to relocate to Hawaii due to the high cost of living and professional isolation. This supply constraint contributes to higher pricing and longer wait times, particularly for non-urgent scans.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — Chest CT Scan Costs in Hawaii
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Does Hawaii Medicaid cover Chest CT Scan visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Chest CT Scan visit in Hawaii?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 71260)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota Range: $118 – $7,881 | $2,723 |
| 2 | Minnesota Range: $80 – $7,881 | $2,711 |
| 3 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $863 | $363 |
| 4 | Georgia Range: $61 – $699 | $319 |
| 5 | Wyoming Range: $54 – $598 | $287 |
| 6 | Nevada Range: $80 – $453 | $272 |
| 7 | Maine Range: $93 – $439 | $262 |
| 8 | Nebraska Range: $108 – $415 | $246 |
| 9 | Hawaii Range: $67 – $348 | $243 |
| 10 | New Mexico Range: $52 – $505 | $242 |
| 11 | Iowa Range: $73 – $424 | $237 |
| 12 | Vermont Range: $49 – $516 | $236 |
| 13 | North Carolina Range: $60 – $443 | $233 |
| 14 | New Hampshire Range: $67 – $446 | $232 |
| 15 | Massachusetts Range: $64 – $454 | $230 |
| 16 | Rhode Island Range: $54 – $454 | $226 |
| 17 | Alaska Range: $54 – $449 | $224 |
| 18 | District of Columbia Range: $49 – $454 | $223 |
| 19 | Colorado Range: $55 – $441 | $218 |
| 20 | Utah Range: $54 – $374 | $212 |
| 21 | California Range: $25 – $521 | $210 |
| 22 | Indiana Range: $54 – $411 | $206 |
| 23 | New York Range: $42 – $443 | $205 |
| 24 | Washington Range: $54 – $384 | $203 |
| 25 | Michigan Range: $57 – $356 | $195 |
| 26 | Illinois Range: $64 – $346 | $192 |
| 27 | Tennessee Range: $61 – $333 | $188 |
| 28 | Pennsylvania Range: $50 – $389 | $185 |
| 29 | West Virginia Range: $64 – $317 | $184 |
| 30 | Virginia Range: $41 – $371 | $182 |
| 31 | Idaho Range: $54 – $321 | $182 |
| 32 | New Jersey Range: $41 – $371 | $181 |
| 33 | Connecticut Range: $54 – $389 | $179 |
| 34 | Texas Range: $54 – $345 | $178 |
| 35 | South Carolina Range: $54 – $339 | $178 |
| 36 | Kansas Range: $59 – $324 | $178 |
| 37 | Oregon Range: $70 – $291 | $177 |
| 38 | South Dakota Range: $134 – $222 | $175 |
| 39 | Alabama Range: $48 – $332 | $173 |
| 40 | Delaware Range: $61 – $273 | $170 |
| 41 | Louisiana Range: $48 – $288 | $169 |
| 42 | Kentucky Range: $54 – $335 | $169 |
| 43 | Arkansas Range: $61 – $278 | $164 |
| 44 | Montana Range: $54 – $263 | $163 |
| 45 | Maryland Range: $24 – $335 | $161 |
| 46 | Mississippi Range: $48 – $307 | $160 |
| 47 | Missouri Range: $64 – $265 | $159 |
| 48 | Oklahoma Range: $51 – $298 | $154 |
| 49 | Ohio Range: $41 – $298 | $154 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $54 – $267 | $145 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $297 | $131 |