How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Massachusetts?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $1,279, with most between $728 and $2,924 ($3,834 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 5% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,834 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $1,279, with most between $728 and $2,924, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 5% higher than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Massachusetts run around $3,834. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,834), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $3,834 — roughly 3× the $1,279 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,279), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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