How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Missouri?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $719, with most between $378 and $1,422 ($2,451 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Missouri hospitals — 41% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,006 (5.6× higher).
Source: medians across 67 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $719, with most between $378 and $1,422, based on 67 Missouri hospitals. That's 41% lower than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Missouri run around $2,451. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,006), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $4,006 — roughly 5.6× the $719 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $719), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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