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

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $482, with most between $261 and $835 ($984 cash/self-pay). Based on 141 Pennsylvania hospitals — 14% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,860 (3.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$482
Pennsylvania · $261–$835
Cash / self-pay
$984
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,860
3.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 141 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $482, with most between $261 and $835, based on 141 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 14% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Pennsylvania run around $984. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,860), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,860 — roughly 3.9× the $482 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $482), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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