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

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

In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $157, with most between $91 and $688 ($1,030 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Michigan hospitals — 72% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,478 (9.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$157
Michigan · $91$688
Cash / self-pay
$1,030
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,478
9.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 67 Michigan 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 Michigan — FAQs

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

In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $157, with most between $91 and $688, based on 67 Michigan hospitals. That's 72% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Michigan run around $1,030. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,478), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Michigan hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,478 — roughly 9.4× the $157 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 Michigan?

Yes. If a Michigan hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $157), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Michigan hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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