How much does a CT scan of the head cost in Colorado?

CT scan of the head/brain · CPT 70450 · State: Colorado

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $707, with most between $425 and $1,311 ($1,717 cash/self-pay). Based on 77 Colorado hospitals — 27% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $3,055 (4.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$707
Colorado · $425$1,311
Cash / self-pay
$1,717
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,055
4.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 77 Colorado hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the head/brain cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the head/brain cost in Colorado — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost in Colorado?

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $707, with most between $425 and $1,311, based on 77 Colorado hospitals. That's 27% higher than the national typical of $558.

How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost without insurance in Colorado?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Colorado run around $1,717. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,055), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a CT scan of the head/brain so high?

Colorado hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $3,055 — roughly 4.3× the $707 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a CT scan of the head/brain in Colorado?

Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $707), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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