How much does MRI of the brain cost in Pennsylvania?

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · State: Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the brain is about $879, with most between $603 and $1,581 ($1,562 cash/self-pay). Based on 136 Pennsylvania hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $3,271 (3.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$879
Pennsylvania · $603–$1,581
Cash / self-pay
$1,562
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,271
3.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 136 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $879, with most between $603 and $1,581, based on 136 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Pennsylvania run around $1,562. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,271), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $3,271 — roughly 3.7× the $879 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $879), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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