How much does MRI of the abdomen cost in San Antonio?

MRI of the abdomen · CPT 74181 · Metro area: San Antonio

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the abdomen is about $390, with most between $313 and $1,123 ($7,792 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 San Antonio hospitals — 56% lower than the national typical of $882. Hospital list charges run about $9,968 (25.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$390
San Antonio · $313–$1,123
Cash / self-pay
$7,792
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$9,968
25.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 40 San Antonio hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the abdomen cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the abdomen cost in San Antonio — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost in San Antonio?

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the abdomen is about $390, with most between $313 and $1,123, based on 40 San Antonio hospitals. That's 56% lower than the national typical of $882.

How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost without insurance in San Antonio?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the abdomen in San Antonio run around $7,792. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,968), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my San Antonio hospital bill for an MRI of the abdomen so high?

San Antonio hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the abdomen run about $9,968 — roughly 25.6× the $390 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of an MRI of the abdomen in San Antonio?

Yes. If a San Antonio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $390), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real San Antonio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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