How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Wisconsin?
MRI of the brain with and without contrast · CPT 70553 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $1,489, with most between $623 and $2,776 ($3,042 cash/self-pay). Based on 101 Wisconsin hospitals — 22% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,522 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 101 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast is about $1,489, with most between $623 and $2,776, based on 101 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 22% higher than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the brain with and without contrast cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast in Wisconsin run around $3,042. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,522), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain with and without contrast run about $4,522 — roughly 3× the $1,489 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,489), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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