CPT 70470 Radiology

Ct head/brain w/o & w/dye Cost

Body System: Nervous

Medicare Facility Rate

$173

CMS PFS CY2026

Medicare Non-Facility Rate

$173

Office/clinic setting

Hospital Outpatient

$179

OPPS rate

Surgery Center (ASC)

$97

ASC rate

Relative Value Units (RVUs)

Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)

1.24

Work RVU

3.85

Facility PE RVU

0.09

Malpractice RVU

5.18

Total RVU

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ct head/brain w/o & w/dye cost?

The Medicare facility rate is $173. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $179. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $97.

How much does Ct head/brain w/o & w/dye cost without insurance?

Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $173.