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

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

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $193, with most between $145 and $733 ($5,624 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 San Antonio hospitals — 65% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $6,087 (31.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$193
San Antonio · $145–$733
Cash / self-pay
$5,624
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$6,087
31.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 40 San Antonio 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 San Antonio — FAQs

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

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $193, with most between $145 and $733, based on 40 San Antonio hospitals. That's 65% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in San Antonio run around $5,624. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,087), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

San Antonio hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $6,087 — roughly 31.5× the $193 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 San Antonio?

Yes. If a San Antonio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $193), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real San Antonio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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