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

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $468, with most between $270 and $862 ($801 cash/self-pay). Based on 97 Ohio hospitals — 16% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,447 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$468
Ohio · $270$862
Cash / self-pay
$801
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,447
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 97 Ohio 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 Ohio — FAQs

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $468, with most between $270 and $862, based on 97 Ohio hospitals. That's 16% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Ohio run around $801. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,447), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Ohio hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,447 — roughly 3.1× the $468 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 Ohio?

Yes. If a Ohio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $468), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Ohio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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