CT angiography of the head — cost by hospital

Prices from 1722 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

Cash / self-pay (median)
$1,902
Chargemaster (median)
$3,238
Insurer-negotiated (median)
$690
Medicare pays
$274

Typical cash range: $538 – $4,990.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurer
North Vista Hospital North Las Vegas, NV $190 $286
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Reno, NV $190 $286
Carroll County Memorial Hospital Carrollton, MO $191
Medstar Montgomery Medical Center Olney, MD $193 $197
Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital Slidell, LA $195 $163
Landmark Medical Center Woonsocket, RI $196 $198
Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center Rosedale, MD $199 $203
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital Lansdale, PA $202 $165
Saint Clare's Hospital/ Denville Campus Denville, NJ $203 $268
Saint Michael's Medical Center Newark, NJ $203 $241
St Mary's General Hospital Passaic, NJ $207 $268
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA $207 $170
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA $209 $198
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital East Norriton, PA $209 $190
Mountain Lakes Medical Center Clayton, GA $210 $368
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center Camp Hill, PA $213 $230
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati, OH $216 $353
St Joseph's Medical Center Yonkers, NY $216 $219
Huntsville Memorial Hospital Huntsville, TX $217 $263
University Of Michigan Health – Sparrow Eaton Charlotte, MI $219 $469
Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN $219 $438
Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Inc Annapolis, MD $221
Paradise Valley Hospital National City, CA $224 $224
Encino Hospital Medical Center Encino, CA $224 $224
Garden Grove Hospital & Medical Center Garden Grove, CA $224 $224

Source: hospitals’ machine-readable price files (45 CFR §180). Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

About CT angiography of the head prices

CT angiography of the head is a diagnostic imaging exam. Based on prices published by 1722 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,902, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $3,238, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $690, a Medicare rate of about $274. Most cash prices fall between $538 and $4,990 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save on CT angiography of the head

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

CT angiography of the head cost — FAQ

How much does CT angiography of the head cost without insurance?

The median cash (self-pay) price across 1722 US hospitals is $1,902. Most hospitals fall between $538 and $4,990. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.

What does Medicare pay for CT angiography of the head?

Medicare pays about $274. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.

Why do CT angiography of the head prices vary between hospitals?

Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.

Is the cash price lower than using insurance?

Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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