How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in New Jersey?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: New Jersey
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $901, with most between $613 and $1,814 ($550 cash/self-pay). Based on 63 New Jersey hospitals — 26% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $5,927 (6.6× higher).
Source: medians across 63 New Jersey 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 New Jersey — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $901, with most between $613 and $1,814, based on 63 New Jersey hospitals. That's 26% lower than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in New Jersey?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in New Jersey run around $550. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,927), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Jersey hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
New Jersey hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $5,927 — roughly 6.6× the $901 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 New Jersey?
Yes. If a New Jersey hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $901), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Jersey hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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