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

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · Metro area: Denver

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $543, with most between $543 and $1,042 ($3,714 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 37% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $6,798 (12.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$543
Denver · $543$1,042
Cash / self-pay
$3,714
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$6,798
12.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 17 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs

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

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $543, with most between $543 and $1,042, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 37% lower than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Denver run around $3,714. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,798), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Denver hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $6,798 — roughly 12.5× the $543 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 Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $543), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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