How much does CT scan of the neck cost in Pittsburgh?

CT scan of the neck · CPT 70491 · Metro area: Pittsburgh

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the neck is about $1,560, with most between $1,200 and $2,272 ($3,976 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 125% higher than the national typical of $693. Hospital list charges run about $4,970 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,560
Pittsburgh · $1,200–$2,272
Cash / self-pay
$3,976
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,970
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the neck is about $1,560, with most between $1,200 and $2,272, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 125% higher than the national typical of $693.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the neck in Pittsburgh run around $3,976. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,970), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the neck run about $4,970 — roughly 3.2× the $1,560 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,560), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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