Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in Idaho
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Idaho's rural geography and limited specialist availability create significant cost variations for medical imaging across the state. Patients seeking a Chest CT Scan in Idaho typically pay between $54 and $321, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $171 based on negotiated insurance rates. With 167 active Chest CT Scan providers throughout Idaho, patients have multiple options to compare costs and find quality care near them.
Average
$182
Median
$171
Lowest
$54
Highest
$321
Providers
167
40% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does ct chest compare to related procedures in Idaho?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $88 | $403 | $793 | 136 |
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $59 | $243 | $462 | 140 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $65 | $287 | $2,851 | 178 |
| CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 74177 | $79 | $203 | $1,834 | 202 |
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 Idaho
Idaho's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive market pressures from neighboring states. The state's vast rural geography creates significant disparities in healthcare access and pricing between urban centers like Boise and remote mountain communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Boise and Coeur d'Alene offer multiple imaging options with competitive pricing, while rural Idaho counties may have only one or two facilities within a reasonable driving distance. This geographic isolation reduces price competition in rural areas but sometimes leads to community-focused pricing for local residents. Patients in remote areas like the Idaho Panhandle or southeastern counties may need to travel 50+ miles for specialized imaging services.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Saint Alphonsus and St. Luke's health systems dominate Idaho's hospital-based imaging market, typically charging higher facility fees than independent imaging centers. Independent radiology groups in Idaho often offer more competitive cash-pay rates and flexible scheduling options. Hospital-based facilities justify higher costs through 24/7 availability and immediate access to emergency services if complications arise.
Insurance Market Competition in Idaho
Regence BlueCross and PacificSource control most of Idaho's commercial insurance market, creating limited negotiating pressure on healthcare providers. This concentrated market allows imaging facilities to maintain higher negotiated rates compared to states with more insurer competition. Rural Idaho areas often have even fewer insurance options, further reducing competitive pressure on healthcare pricing.
Physician Supply and Demand in Idaho
With 167 active Chest CT Scan providers serving Idaho's 1.9 million residents, the state maintains adequate imaging capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This uneven distribution creates longer wait times and higher costs in underserved areas while urban centers compete more aggressively on price. Many Idaho radiologists serve multiple facilities to cover the state's geographic spread, which can affect scheduling and costs.
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 Idaho
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Chest CT Scan visit in Idaho?
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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 |