How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Utah?

MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Utah

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $732, with most between $720 and $2,159 ($4,100 cash/self-pay). Based on 24 Utah hospitals — 40% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $5,737 (7.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$732
Utah · $720$2,159
Cash / self-pay
$4,100
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,737
7.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 24 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Utah?

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $732, with most between $720 and $2,159, based on 24 Utah hospitals. That's 40% lower than the national typical of $1,220.

How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Utah?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Utah run around $4,100. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,737), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Utah hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?

Utah hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $5,737 — roughly 7.8× the $732 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 Utah?

Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $732), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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