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

CT scan of the head/brain · CPT 70450 · Metro area: Phoenix

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $454, with most between $352 and $1,127 ($833 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Phoenix hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $3,321 (7.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$454
Phoenix · $352$1,127
Cash / self-pay
$833
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,321
7.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Phoenix 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 Phoenix — FAQs

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

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $454, with most between $352 and $1,127, based on 18 Phoenix hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Phoenix run around $833. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,321), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Phoenix hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $3,321 — roughly 7.3× the $454 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 Phoenix?

Yes. If a Phoenix hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $454), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Phoenix hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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