How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Denver?

MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · Metro area: Denver

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $785, with most between $785 and $1,328 ($6,708 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 36% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $9,269 (11.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$785
Denver · $785$1,328
Cash / self-pay
$6,708
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$9,269
11.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Denver hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Denver — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Denver?

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $785, with most between $785 and $1,328, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 36% lower than the national typical of $1,220.

How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Denver?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Denver run around $6,708. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,269), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Denver hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?

Denver hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $9,269 — roughly 11.8× the $785 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 brain with and without contrast in Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $785), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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