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Brain Function Testing During Imaging

Washington, DC rates for HCPCS 96020

During a specialized brain scan, a clinician has the patient perform specific tasks, such as recognizing words, moving a hand, or remembering items, while the scanner records which parts of the brain become active. The results are reviewed and reported to show which regions control abilities like language, movement, or memory. This is commonly done before brain surgery, such as for a tumor or epilepsy, to help the surgical team avoid critical areas.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $145 · 10th to 90th $145 to $145Professionalmedian $182 · 10th to 90th $155 to $339
$200.0facility $145professional $182

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Each curve is scaled to its own total: facility and professional rates are different services, shown together to compare where they cluster. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$144.54
Median
$144.54
Typical High
$144.54
Kaiser Permanente
Setting
Professional
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$154.88
Median
$181.97
Typical High
$338.84