How much does a CT scan of the neck cost in Alabama?

CT scan of the neck · CPT 70491 · State: Alabama

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $364, with most between $200 and $708 ($1,137 cash/self-pay). Based on 56 Alabama hospitals — 47% lower than the national typical of $693. Hospital list charges run about $2,286 (6.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$364
Alabama · $200$708
Cash / self-pay
$1,137
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,286
6.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 56 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the neck cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the neck cost in Alabama — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the neck cost in Alabama?

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $364, with most between $200 and $708, based on 56 Alabama hospitals. That's 47% lower than the national typical of $693.

How much does a CT scan of the neck cost without insurance in Alabama?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the neck in Alabama run around $1,137. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,286), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Alabama hospital bill for a CT scan of the neck so high?

Alabama hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the neck run about $2,286 — roughly 6.3× the $364 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 neck in Alabama?

Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $364), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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