How much does a CT scan of the head cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?

CT scan of the head/brain · CPT 70450 · Metro area: Dallas–Fort Worth

In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $634, with most between $239 and $1,028 ($1,766 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,986 (4.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$634
Dallas–Fort Worth · $239–$1,028
Cash / self-pay
$1,766
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,986
4.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Dallas–Fort Worth 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 Dallas–Fort Worth — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?

In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $634, with most between $239 and $1,028, based on 34 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $558.

How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost without insurance in Dallas–Fort Worth?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Dallas–Fort Worth run around $1,766. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,986), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Dallas–Fort Worth hospital bill for a CT scan of the head/brain so high?

Dallas–Fort Worth hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,986 — roughly 4.7× the $634 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 Dallas–Fort Worth?

Yes. If a Dallas–Fort Worth hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $634), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Dallas–Fort Worth hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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