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

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Connecticut

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $669, with most between $365 and $1,117 ($1,486 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Connecticut hospitals — 23% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $1,544 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$669
Connecticut · $365$1,117
Cash / self-pay
$1,486
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,544
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 17 Connecticut 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 Connecticut — FAQs

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

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $669, with most between $365 and $1,117, based on 17 Connecticut hospitals. That's 23% lower than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Connecticut run around $1,486. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,544), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Connecticut hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $1,544 — roughly 2.3× the $669 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 Connecticut?

Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $669), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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