Imaging
PET scan, limited area (e.g., chest or head/neck) cost in Kentucky
PET scan, limited area (e.g., chest or head/neck) is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Kentucky
From 16 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $3,372 (most listed prices $1,305–$9,266).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- $777Source: Jennie Stuart Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, IncPET scan, limited area (e.g., chest or head/neck)Read only$1,156Source: Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,654
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Pikeville Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,577
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Russell County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,946
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $4,975
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Corbin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Hardin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health La Grange price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Lexington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Louisville price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,391
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Paducah price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for PET scan, limited area (e.g., chest or head/neck)
Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.