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

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the head/brain is about $213, with most between $121 and $707 ($860 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Missouri hospitals — 62% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,433 (6.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$213
Missouri · $121–$707
Cash / self-pay
$860
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,433
6.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 67 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $213, with most between $121 and $707, based on 67 Missouri hospitals. That's 62% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Missouri run around $860. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,433), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,433 — roughly 6.7× the $213 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $213), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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