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

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the head/brain is about $652, with most between $194 and $1,243 ($1,057 cash/self-pay). Based on 103 Wisconsin hospitals — 17% higher than the national typical of $558. Hospital list charges run about $1,824 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$652
Wisconsin · $194–$1,243
Cash / self-pay
$1,057
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,824
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 103 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the head/brain is about $652, with most between $194 and $1,243, based on 103 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the head/brain in Wisconsin run around $1,057. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,824), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the head/brain run about $1,824 — roughly 2.8× the $652 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 Wisconsin?

Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $652), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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