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

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Maine

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $855, with most between $204 and $1,522 ($1,492 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $1,933 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$855
Maine · $204$1,522
Cash / self-pay
$1,492
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,933
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $855, with most between $204 and $1,522, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Maine run around $1,492. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,933), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $1,933 — roughly 2.3× the $855 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $855), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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