How much does a CT scan of the head cost in New Mexico?
CT scan of the head/brain · CPT 70450 · State: New Mexico
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $304, with most between $195 and $722 ($1,173 cash/self-pay). Based on 9 New Mexico hospitals — 46% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,907 (9.6× higher).
Source: medians across 9 New Mexico 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 Mexico — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $304, with most between $195 and $722, based on 9 New Mexico hospitals. That's 46% lower than the national typical of $558.
How much does a CT scan of the head/brain cost without insurance in New Mexico?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in New Mexico run around $1,173. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,907), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Mexico hospital bill for a CT scan of the head/brain so high?
New Mexico hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,907 — roughly 9.6× the $304 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 Mexico?
Yes. If a New Mexico hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $304), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Mexico hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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