MRI Scan Cost in the US
Average Costs by Body Part
| Scan | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Brain | $1,000-5,000 | $100-500 |
| Knee | $700-3,500 | $100-400 |
| Spine (lumbar) | $1,000-5,500 | $150-600 |
| Shoulder | $700-3,500 | $100-400 |
| Full body | $2,000-10,000 | $300-1,000 |
Save 50-80%: use an independent imaging centre
Hospital MRIs cost 3-5x more than independent centres. Same machine, same quality. Ask your doctor for a referral to a freestanding imaging centre.