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

CT scan of the head/brain · CPT 70450 · Metro area: Denver

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $327, with most between $327 and $797 ($4,531 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 41% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $5,537 (16.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$327
Denver · $327$797
Cash / self-pay
$4,531
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,537
16.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs

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

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $327, with most between $327 and $797, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 41% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Denver run around $4,531. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,537), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Denver hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $5,537 — roughly 16.9× the $327 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 Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $327), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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