PET Scan Whole Body cost in Newport News, VA
Comparing 5 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Newport News
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $7,955 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
If you're looking at a whole-body PET scan in Newport News, you need to know that prices vary dramatically depending which facility you choose — the lowest cash price is under $3,900 while the highest is nearly $12,000 for the same procedure. That's a difference of over $8,000. Your insurance may cover most of it, but your out-of-pocket responsibility (copay, coinsurance, deductible) depends entirely on which hospital you use. Before you schedule anywhere, call your insurance company and ask them to estimate what you'll owe at each facility — the dollar difference could be substantial.
Your next step is to call the billing department at whichever hospitals are in-network for you and ask for the cash price for a whole-body PET scan. Write down the numbers. Then ask if they offer financial assistance programs — some facilities will reduce your bill if your household income falls below certain thresholds, even if you have insurance. Once you have those real numbers, you can decide whether the location and timing convenience of one hospital is worth paying more than another.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for PET Scan Whole Body?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
PET Scan Whole Body costs $3,839 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $11,795 at Southside Community Hospital, INC in Newport News, Virginia — a 3.1x difference for the same procedure across 5 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $5,525.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 3 of 5 hospitals near Newport News (60%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $4,409 is below the Virginia average of $5,525.
Chesapeake, VA · 24 mi away · 3★
7 insurance plans. Cheapest: Aetna. Most expensive: Sentara Health Plans.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $3,839 | $6,399 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 24.3 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $4,409 | $8,818 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 19.3 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $4,409 | $8,818 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 19.2 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $4,409 | $8,818 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 8.1 mi |
| Southside Community Hospital, INC | $11,795 | $11,795 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 18.2 mi |
Common questions
How much does PET Scan Whole Body cost in Newport News, VA?
PET Scan Whole Body costs between $3,839 and $11,795 at 5 facilities near Newport News, Virginia. The median price is $4,409. The Virginia statewide average is $5,525.
Which hospital is cheapest for PET Scan Whole Body near Newport News?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $3,839. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Newport News, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Southside Community Hospital, INC) has a 4-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for PET Scan Whole Body near Newport News is $7,956 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($3,839) and Southside Community Hospital, INC ($11,795).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →