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

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Minnesota

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $758, with most between $240 and $1,273 ($682 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Minnesota hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $1,604 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$758
Minnesota · $240$1,273
Cash / self-pay
$682
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,604
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 92 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $758, with most between $240 and $1,273, based on 92 Minnesota hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Minnesota run around $682. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,604), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $1,604 — roughly 2.1× the $758 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $758), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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