How much does an MRI of the brain cost in San Antonio?
MRI of the brain · CPT 70551 · Metro area: San Antonio
In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $325, with most between $298 and $1,095 ($5,756 cash/self-pay). Based on 39 San Antonio hospitals — 62% lower than the national typical of $864. Hospital list charges run about $5,756 (17.7× higher).
Source: medians across 39 San Antonio 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 San Antonio — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the brain cost in San Antonio?
In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the brain is about $325, with most between $298 and $1,095, based on 39 San Antonio hospitals. That's 62% lower than the national typical of $864.
How much does an MRI of the brain cost without insurance in San Antonio?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the brain in San Antonio run around $5,756. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,756), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my San Antonio hospital bill for an MRI of the brain so high?
San Antonio hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the brain run about $5,756 — roughly 17.7× the $325 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 San Antonio?
Yes. If a San Antonio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $325), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real San Antonio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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