CPT 70460 Radiology
Ct head/brain w/dye Cost
Body System: Nervous
Medicare Facility Rate
$148
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$148
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.10
Work RVU
3.25
Facility PE RVU
0.09
Malpractice RVU
4.44
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ct head/brain w/dye cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $148. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Ct head/brain 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 $148.