Neurological
How Much Does Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Cost?
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Symptoms include headache, confusion, memory problems, and dizziness. Most people recover fully, but repeated concussions or severe TBI can have lasting effects.
Mild
$1.5K — $5.0K
Moderate
$10K — $40K
Severe
$50K — $500K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$1,749 — $2,915
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
11 procedures$1,749 — $2,915
CT head/brain without contrast
CPT 70450
$98 — $163
Medicare: $65
Mri brain stem w/o dye
CPT 70551
$130 — $216
Medicare: $86
MRI brain with and without contrast
CPT 70553
$177 — $295
Medicare: $118
Tx sp lang voice comm indiv
CPT 92507
$114 — $190
Medicare: $76
$186 — $311
Medicare: $124
Nrpsyc tst eval phys/qhp 1st
CPT 96132
$148 — $246
Medicare: $99
$31 — $52
Medicare: $21
$31 — $52
Medicare: $21
$212 — $353
Medicare: $141
$287 — $479
Medicare: $192
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes
CPT 99291
$334 — $557
Medicare: $223
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury treatment cost?
Treatment for Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury typically costs $10K — $40K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.