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

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

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $357, with most between $231 and $763 ($636 cash/self-pay). Based on 33 Mississippi hospitals — 36% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,277 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$357
Mississippi · $231$763
Cash / self-pay
$636
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,277
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 33 Mississippi 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 Mississippi — FAQs

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

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $357, with most between $231 and $763, based on 33 Mississippi hospitals. That's 36% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Mississippi run around $636. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,277), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Mississippi hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,277 — roughly 3.6× the $357 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 Mississippi?

Yes. If a Mississippi hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $357), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Mississippi hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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