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

MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Indiana

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $475, with most between $398 and $1,348 ($1,755 cash/self-pay). Based on 90 Indiana hospitals — 61% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,579 (7.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$475
Indiana · $398$1,348
Cash / self-pay
$1,755
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,579
7.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 90 Indiana 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 Indiana — FAQs

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $475, with most between $398 and $1,348, based on 90 Indiana hospitals. That's 61% lower than the national typical of $1,220.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Indiana run around $1,755. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,579), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Indiana hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $3,579 — roughly 7.5× the $475 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 Indiana?

Yes. If a Indiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $475), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Indiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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