How much does MRI of the brain cost in Philadelphia?

MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the brain is about $857, with most between $709 and $932 ($254 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $6,978 (8.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$857
Philadelphia · $709–$932
Cash / self-pay
$254
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$6,978
8.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

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

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $857, with most between $709 and $932, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $864.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in Philadelphia run around $254. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,978), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $6,978 — roughly 8.1× the $857 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $857), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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