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

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $686, with most between $569 and $1,174 ($1,213 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 Louisiana hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $693. Hospital list charges run about $2,338 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$686
Louisiana · $569$1,174
Cash / self-pay
$1,213
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,338
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 53 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $686, with most between $569 and $1,174, based on 53 Louisiana hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $693.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the neck in Louisiana run around $1,213. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,338), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the neck run about $2,338 — roughly 3.4× the $686 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $686), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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