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

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the head/brain is about $483, with most between $236 and $1,125 ($1,766 cash/self-pay). Based on 404 Texas hospitals — 13% lower than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $3,431 (7.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$483
Texas · $236–$1,125
Cash / self-pay
$1,766
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,431
7.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 404 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $483, with most between $236 and $1,125, based on 404 Texas hospitals. That's 13% lower than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Texas run around $1,766. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,431), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Texas hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $3,431 — roughly 7.1× the $483 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 Texas?

Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $483), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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