How much does CT scan of the head/brain cost in South Dakota?

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

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the head/brain is about $1,568, with most between $1,211 and $1,904 ($2,012 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 South Dakota hospitals — 181% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,332 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,568
South Dakota · $1,211–$1,904
Cash / self-pay
$2,012
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,332
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 South Dakota 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 South Dakota — FAQs

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

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $1,568, with most between $1,211 and $1,904, based on 18 South Dakota hospitals. That's 181% higher than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in South Dakota run around $2,012. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,332), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,332 — roughly 1.5× the $1,568 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 South Dakota?

Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,568), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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