Imaging
PET scan, whole body cost in Kentucky
PET scan, whole body 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 21 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $4,636 (most listed prices $1,461–$10,667).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- $1,318Source: Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,129
The radiologist read is billed separately. +5 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Norton Audubon Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,969
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Lourdes Hospital price file · checked Nov 2026 - $3,077
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Pikeville Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,749
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $4,275
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Kindred Hospital Louisville price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4,275
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish price file · checked Oct 2026 - $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
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.