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

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

In West Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $654, with most between $109 and $1,144 ($983 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 West Virginia hospitals — 17% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,552 (2.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$654
West Virginia · $109–$1,144
Cash / self-pay
$983
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,552
2.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 10 West Virginia 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 West Virginia — FAQs

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

In West Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $654, with most between $109 and $1,144, based on 10 West Virginia hospitals. That's 17% higher than the national typical of $558.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in West Virginia run around $983. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,552), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

West Virginia hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,552 — roughly 2.4× the $654 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 West Virginia?

Yes. If a West Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $654), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real West Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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