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

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $709, with most between $111 and $1,025 ($1,068 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — 27% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,600 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$709
Maine · $111$1,025
Cash / self-pay
$1,068
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,600
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $709, with most between $111 and $1,025, based on 11 Maine 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 Maine?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Maine run around $1,068. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,600), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,600 — roughly 2.3× the $709 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $709), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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