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).

Insurer-negotiated
$304
New Mexico · $195$722
Cash / self-pay
$1,173
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,907
9.6× the negotiated rate

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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