How much does MRI of the brain cost in North Dakota?

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: North Dakota

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the brain is about $1,903, with most between $1,474 and $2,489 ($1,766 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 North Dakota hospitals — 120% higher than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $2,844 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,903
North Dakota · $1,474–$2,489
Cash / self-pay
$1,766
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,844
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 North Dakota 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 North Dakota — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the brain cost in North Dakota?

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $1,903, with most between $1,474 and $2,489, based on 18 North Dakota hospitals. That's 120% higher than the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in North Dakota run around $1,766. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,844), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Dakota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $2,844 — roughly 1.5× the $1,903 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 North Dakota?

Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,903), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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