Pulmonary Function Test Cost in Montana (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay

What does a pulmonary function test cost in Montana?

Where you have a pulmonary function test done in Montana swings the bill from $69 to $156 for identical care. The median cash price across 44 reporting hospitals is $99. The numbers are pulled directly from federally mandated hospital price transparency files.

Where pulmonary function test costs vary in Montana

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CommonSpirit Health (formerly SCL Health) and RiverStone Health cover most of Montana's population. The state's vast geography means most residents have little or no practical alternative to their nearest facility, effectively eliminating competitive pricing pressure outside Billings and Missoula. Critical access hospitals are widespread and use cost-based reimbursement for Medicare.

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Why prices vary - and what it means for your coverage

A small number of hospitals (3) report prices above $301, including Community Medical Center at $562, which drives most of the overall spread - excluding them, most facilities cluster in a much tighter band. Setting matters too: the median outpatient price is $96 versus $160 inpatient (about 1.7× more), so where a procedure happens often matters more than which hospital you pick.

None of the prices above are what you'll necessarily owe: your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and each provider's network status all still apply.

Frequently asked questions: pulmonary function test costs in Montana

How much does a pulmonary function test cost in Montana?

The typical insurer-negotiated rate is $65, with most facilities between $38 and $129 (based on 39 hospitals reporting negotiated rates). Posted cash prices start at $53, with a median of $99; outlier facilities are left out. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.

Where is the cheapest place to get a pulmonary function test in Montana?

Based on declared prices, the lowest posted price in our Montana data is Logan Health - Chester in Chester at about $53. By metro, Choteau has the lowest median ($66).

Why is a pulmonary function test so much cheaper at some Montana hospitals?

Typical prices vary about 3.4× (25th to 70th percentile of negotiated rates) because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Montana, the median cash (self-pay) price is $99 versus a median negotiated rate of $65 - about 1.5× higher. Asking for the cash price as well as your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.

How much will I actually pay out of pocket for a pulmonary function test in Montana?

Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network - not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.

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