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

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

In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $1,155, with most between $388 and $1,615 ($1,740 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Nebraska hospitals — 107% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,136 (1.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,155
Nebraska · $388$1,615
Cash / self-pay
$1,740
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,136
1.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Nebraska 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 Nebraska — FAQs

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

In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $1,155, with most between $388 and $1,615, based on 52 Nebraska hospitals. That's 107% higher than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Nebraska run around $1,740. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,136), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Nebraska hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,136 — roughly 1.8× the $1,155 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 Nebraska?

Yes. If a Nebraska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,155), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Nebraska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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