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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $551, with most between $316 and $967 ($1,499 cash/self-pay). Based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $693. Hospital list charges run about $1,899 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$551
Massachusetts · $316$967
Cash / self-pay
$1,499
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,899
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 37 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $551, with most between $316 and $967, based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $693.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the neck in Massachusetts run around $1,499. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,899), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the neck run about $1,899 — roughly 3.4× the $551 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $551), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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