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

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $211, with most between $180 and $598 ($651 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Tennessee hospitals — 62% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $2,921 (13.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$211
Tennessee · $180$598
Cash / self-pay
$651
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,921
13.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 98 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $211, with most between $180 and $598, based on 98 Tennessee hospitals. That's 62% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Tennessee run around $651. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,921), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $2,921 — roughly 13.8× the $211 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 Tennessee?

Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $211), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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