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

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

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $303, with most between $297 and $320 ($347 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 46% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,100 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$303
Rhode Island · $297–$320
Cash / self-pay
$347
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,100
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

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

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $303, with most between $297 and $320, based on 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Rhode Island run around $347. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,100), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,100 — roughly 3.6× the $303 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $303), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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