How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in New York?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: New York
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $899, with most between $501 and $1,819 ($1,601 cash/self-pay). Based on 142 New York hospitals — 26% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,779 (4.2× higher).
Source: medians across 142 New York 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 York — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in New York?
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $899, with most between $501 and $1,819, based on 142 New York 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 York?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in New York run around $1,601. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,779), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
New York hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $3,779 — roughly 4.2× the $899 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 York?
Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $899), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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