Cost of a Chest CT Scan Visit
in New Jersey
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Jersey's dense network of academic medical centers and hospital systems creates a competitive market for imaging services, with costs approximately 17% above the national average. Patients seeking a Chest CT Scan typically pay between $40.52 and $371.38, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $131.74 across the state's 7,333 active providers. New Jersey residents have access to one of the most robust healthcare infrastructures in the nation, allowing patients to browse all providers in New Jersey for optimal cost and convenience.
Average
$181
Median
$132
Lowest
$41
Highest
$371
Providers
7,333
40% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does ct chest compare to related procedures in New Jersey?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $63 | $230 | $830 | 7,290 |
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $47 | $144 | $466 | 7,266 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $52 | $144 | $459 | 7,247 |
| CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 74177 | $64 | $235 | $558 | 6,647 |
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 New Jersey
New Jersey's healthcare costs run approximately 17% above the national average, driven by high real estate costs, elevated physician salaries, and dense population centers requiring sophisticated medical infrastructure. The state's proximity to New York City and Philadelphia creates a competitive market for medical talent, inflating provider compensation across specialties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Northern New Jersey's proximity to Manhattan attracts premium imaging centers and subspecialty practices, while South Jersey's more rural counties rely heavily on hospital-based services. The state's compact geography means most residents live within 30 minutes of multiple imaging options, creating price competition in metro areas like Newark-Jersey City and Camden-Cherry Hill. Rural Sussex and Warren counties have fewer standalone imaging centers, often resulting in higher hospital-based pricing.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned outpatient imaging centers in New Jersey typically charge 40-60% more than independent facilities due to higher overhead and facility fees. Major health systems like RWJBarnabas, Hackensack Meridian, and AtlantiCare dominate the market, leveraging their scale for insurance contract negotiations. Independent imaging centers, particularly in competitive markets like Bergen and Essex counties, often offer more aggressive pricing to attract patients.
Insurance Market Competition in New Jersey
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield maintains the largest market share in New Jersey, followed by Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, creating moderate competition in rate negotiations. The state's individual marketplace offers multiple carrier options, giving consumers leverage in plan selection based on imaging network preferences. Medicaid managed care contracts distribute enrollment among several insurers, preventing any single payer from dominating reimbursement rates.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Jersey
With 7,333 active providers offering chest CT services, New Jersey maintains adequate radiologist supply relative to its population of 9.3 million residents. The state's medical schools and residency programs at institutions like Rutgers and Cooper University Hospital help maintain steady physician recruitment. This healthy supply-demand balance helps moderate pricing pressure compared to physician-shortage states, though premium markets near New York City still command higher rates.
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 New Jersey
What is the average cost of a Chest CT Scan visit in New Jersey without insurance?
Does New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
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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 |