How much does MRI of the brain cost in Missouri?

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Missouri

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the brain is about $450, with most between $217 and $1,018 ($1,359 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Missouri hospitals — 48% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $2,303 (5.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$450
Missouri · $217–$1,018
Cash / self-pay
$1,359
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,303
5.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 67 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $450, with most between $217 and $1,018, based on 67 Missouri hospitals. That's 48% lower than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Missouri run around $1,359. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,303), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $2,303 — roughly 5.1× the $450 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $450), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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