How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Montana?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $2,336, with most between $1,224 and $3,139 ($2,345 cash/self-pay). Based on 20 Montana hospitals — 91% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $2,892 (1.2× higher).
Source: medians across 20 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $2,336, with most between $1,224 and $3,139, based on 20 Montana hospitals. That's 91% higher than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Montana run around $2,345. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,892), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $2,892 — roughly 1.2× the $2,336 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 Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,336), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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