How much does an MRI of the brain cost in Arizona?

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Arizona

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $698, with most between $548 and $1,192 ($1,179 cash/self-pay). Based on 46 Arizona hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $3,385 (4.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$698
Arizona · $548$1,192
Cash / self-pay
$1,179
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,385
4.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 46 Arizona hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the brain cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the brain cost in Arizona — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the brain cost in Arizona?

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $698, with most between $548 and $1,192, based on 46 Arizona hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $864.

How much does an MRI of the brain cost without insurance in Arizona?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Arizona run around $1,179. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,385), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arizona hospital bill for an MRI of the brain so high?

Arizona hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $3,385 — roughly 4.8× the $698 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 in Arizona?

Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $698), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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