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

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $805, with most between $462 and $1,895 ($2,703 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 7% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $2,720 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$805
Massachusetts · $462$1,895
Cash / self-pay
$2,703
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,720
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $805, with most between $462 and $1,895, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 7% lower than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Massachusetts run around $2,703. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,720), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $2,720 — roughly 3.4× the $805 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $805), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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