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

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

In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the head/brain is about $310, with most between $189 and $753 ($157 cash/self-pay). Based on 63 New Jersey hospitals — 44% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,081 (6.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$310
New Jersey · $189–$753
Cash / self-pay
$157
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,081
6.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 63 New Jersey 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 New Jersey — FAQs

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

In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $310, with most between $189 and $753, based on 63 New Jersey hospitals. That's 44% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in New Jersey run around $157. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,081), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New Jersey hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,081 — roughly 6.7× the $310 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 New Jersey?

Yes. If a New Jersey hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $310), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Jersey hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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