MRA of the neck without contrast Cost by Hospital

MRA of the neck without contrast is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2170 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$2,549median cash price · 2170 hospitals, 52 statestypically $726–$6,716 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.4× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$4,386
Cash / self-pay
$2,549
Insurer-negotiated
$888
Medicare pays
$343
$726$6,716
Median cash $2,549  ·  Medicare $343  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $2,549 — about 7.4× the Medicare rate ($343). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($687).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $4,386 list price could save about $1,837 (42%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
John H Stroger Jr Hospital Chicago, IL $389 $345 ★ 2/5 280 min 15.0%
Provident Hospital of Chicago Chicago, IL $389 $345 222 min 15.5%
Landmark Medical Center Woonsocket, RI $390 $390 ★ 2/5 229 min 17.2%
Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital Slidell, LA $392 $391 14.4%
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital Lansdale, PA $402 $327 ★ 3/5 216 min 15.9%
Saint Clare's Hospital/ Denville Campus Denville, NJ $404 $549 ★ 2/5 164 min 16.2%
Saint Michael's Medical Center Newark, NJ $404 $486 ★ 4/5 176 min 16.0%
Jefferson Health-Northeast Philadelphia, PA $410 $320 ★ 2/5 290 min 15.4%
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights Harker Heights, TX $411 $1,601 ★ 4/5 174 min 16.3%
St Mary's General Hospital Passaic, NJ $412 $552 ★ 3/5 183 min 16.2%
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA $412 $339 ★ 3/5 253 min 16.2%
Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA $417 $1,262
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA $419 $397 ★ 3/5 269 min 15.4%
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital East Norriton, PA $419 $382 ★ 4/5 293 min 15.6%
Doctor's Center De San Juan Santurce, PR $425 $640 15.5%
Doctors' Center Bayamon Bayamon, PR $425 $650 16.6%
Doctors' Center Hospital, Inc Manati, PR $425 $650 ★ 1/5 16.3%
Doctors Center Hospital Carolina Llc Carolina, PR $425 $640 315 min 15.8%
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center Camp Hill, PA $427 $544 ★ 3/5 250 min 15.3%
Bsa Hospital Amarillo, TX $427 $2,988 ★ 2/5 217 min 14.8%
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson Carson City, MI $430 $356 ★ 4/5 95 min 15.2%
Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus Tucson, AZ $432 $419 ★ 3/5 306 min 14.6%
Sparrow Ionia Hospital Ionia, MI $434 $783 ★ 2/5 158 min 15.2%
Saint Thomas Hospital for Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN $436 $639 14.0%
Arkansas Surgical Hospital No Little Rock, AR $440 $362 152 min 14.3%

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated August 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for MRA of the neck without contrast

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $2,549; Medicare pays $343.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$298
$72 – $420
Medicare 532
$348
$82 – $1,061
Tricare / VA 390
$353
$84 – $2,574
Medicaid 316
$354
$63 – $900
Devoted Health 172
$357
$324 – $1,100
Amerigroup 162
$361
$212 – $1,005
Independent Health 25
$369
$89 – $737
Highmark 125
$373
$138 – $770
Molina Healthcare 545
$390
$169 – $1,689
Priority Health 56
$401
$123 – $3,153
Centene / Ambetter 749
$438
$172 – $1,456
Anthem 541
$461
$146 – $2,005
SelectHealth 45
$465
$236 – $2,446
MVP Health Care 78
$492
$92 – $3,094
Bright Health 40
$520
$422 – $5,085
EmblemHealth 60
$566
$423 – $1,404
Oscar Health 156
$574
$206 – $1,964
Kaiser Permanente 228
$606
$313 – $4,214
UnitedHealthcare 1461
$616
$236 – $3,278
UCare 70
$632
$196 – $3,818
UPMC Health Plan 101
$636
$330 – $2,017
Harvard Pilgrim 55
$685
$222 – $3,776
AmeriHealth 213
$725
$123 – $1,914
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 135
$757
$189 – $3,841
Geisinger 65
$776
$123 – $1,324
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1216
$783
$186 – $3,868
Humana 976
$840
$249 – $2,658
Cigna 1108
$892
$340 – $4,455
HealthPartners 247
$1,087
$192 – $3,879
Aetna 1359
$1,117
$273 – $4,172
Security Health Plan 61
$1,172
$260 – $3,527
Medica 224
$1,272
$272 – $4,096
Health Net 301
$1,572
$312 – $7,102
Healthcare Highways 36
$1,665
$414 – $3,628
Sanford Health Plan 72
$1,837
$339 – $4,150
Coventry 152
$2,271
$358 – $6,461
AvMed 62
$3,084
$1,080 – $3,533
MultiPlan / PHCS network 853
$3,245
$659 – $7,112

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
Puerto Rico$425
New Jersey$931
Arkansas$948
Rhode Island$1,014
Tennessee$1,037
Louisiana$1,077

Prices by city

Prices by state

Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
John Uglietta, MDDiagnostic RadiologyScottsdale, AZ113
Joseph Loeb, D.O.Diagnostic RadiologyKansas City, MO97
Douglas Brown, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNorfolk, VA84
Bruce Campbell, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyBrooklyn, NY82
Nathan Himes, MDDiagnostic RadiologyBoston, MA67
Stuart Goldwag, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNorfolk, VA67
Jennifer Frabizzio, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyAbington, PA63
Matthew Sondag, MDDiagnostic RadiologyEden Prairie, MN61
Robin Mitnick, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY60
Phillip Rathousky, D.O.Diagnostic RadiologyEden Prairie, MN58
Samuel Hauck, MDDiagnostic RadiologyEden Prairie, MN54
Jeffrey Smith, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyRoseville, MN54

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Does Medicare cover MRA of the neck without contrast?

Yes — Medicare generally covers MRA of the neck without contrast. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $343. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $69 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 2170 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $2,549, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $4,386, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $888, a Medicare rate of about $343. Most cash prices fall between $726 and $6,716 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does MRA of the neck without contrast cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2170 US hospitals is $2,549. Most hospitals fall between $726 and $6,716. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover MRA of the neck without contrast?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $343). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for MRA of the neck without contrast?
Medicare pays about $343. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do MRA of the neck without contrast prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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