MRI of the pelvis with contrast Cost by Hospital

MRI of the pelvis with contrast is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 1980 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$2,076median cash price · 1980 hospitals, 52 statestypically $632–$5,353 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.7× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$3,731
Cash / self-pay
$2,076
Insurer-negotiated
$799
Medicare pays
$268
$632$5,353
Median cash $2,076  ·  Medicare $268  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $2,076 — about 7.7× the Medicare rate ($268). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($536).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $3,731 list price could save about $1,655 (44%).

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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
Gordon Memorial Hospital District Gordon, NE $321 $301 105 min 15.4%
Medical Center Barbour Eufaula, AL $321 $343 170 min
Bayamon Medical Center Bayamon, PR $325 $537 285 min 15.8%
Saint John Hospital Leavenworth, KS $328 $345 ★ 3/5 124 min 15.5%
Providence Medical Center Kansas City, KS $328 $416 ★ 3/5 123 min 14.7%
East Liverpool City Hospital East Liverpool, OH $328 $378 ★ 3/5 138 min 15.7%
Coshocton Regional Medical Center Coshocton, OH $328 $484 ★ 4/5 149 min 15.0%
Citizens Memorial Hospital Bolivar, MO $329 $372 ★ 3/5 185 min 14.6%
Lower Bucks Hospital Bristol, PA $343 $360 ★ 3/5 154 min 15.2%
Central Maine Medical Center Lewiston, ME $344 $344 ★ 4/5 239 min 14.5%
Lake Huron Medical Center Port Huron, MI $345 $346 ★ 4/5 169 min 14.6%
Garden City Hospital Garden City, MI $346 $346 ★ 2/5 108 min 16.3%
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital Saint Louis Park, MN $346 $378 ★ 3/5 252 min 15.4%
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down Iowa City, IA $347 $421 ★ 4/5 157 min 15.0%
University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics Iowa City, IA $347 $421 ★ 2/5 210 min 13.5%
Southern Regional Medical Center Riverdale, GA $348 $348 ★ 1/5 260 min 15.5%
Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Inc Newnan, GA $348 $348 ★ 5/5 15.7%
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center Natchitoches, LA $348 $348 ★ 4/5 160 min 15.4%
Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc Harlingen, TX $348 $453 ★ 2/5 154 min 14.6%
Knapp Medical Center Weslaco, TX $348 $366 ★ 5/5 141 min 14.4%
Mission Regional Medical Center Mission, TX $348 $517 ★ 4/5 151 min 15.2%
Dallas Medical Center Dallas, TX $348 $349 ★ 3/5 133 min 13.7%
Dallas Regional Medical Center Mesquite, TX $348 $366 ★ 3/5 168 min 14.8%
Harlingen Medical Center Harlingen, TX $348 $453 ★ 4/5 163 min 14.6%
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Akron, OH $350 $3,683 ★ 5/5 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 MRI of the pelvis with 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: $2,076; Medicare pays $268.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$224
$67 – $346
Highmark 98
$317
$193 – $760
Amerigroup 157
$337
$277 – $882
Devoted Health 162
$346
$324 – $418
Priority Health 48
$348
$118 – $2,631
Medicaid 288
$355
$163 – $1,786
Medicare 464
$363
$250 – $1,008
Tricare / VA 341
$366
$252 – $3,173
SelectHealth 42
$368
$335 – $2,637
Molina Healthcare 497
$369
$170 – $1,611
AmeriHealth 191
$394
$117 – $1,158
Geisinger 57
$410
$117 – $1,314
Anthem 492
$454
$189 – $1,723
Centene / Ambetter 663
$456
$195 – $1,863
UPMC Health Plan 83
$484
$312 – $1,809
Bright Health 40
$529
$423 – $4,351
UCare 60
$538
$141 – $3,273
EmblemHealth 53
$566
$423 – $1,187
Oscar Health 136
$571
$233 – $1,464
Harvard Pilgrim 44
$602
$203 – $2,745
UnitedHealthcare 1277
$603
$250 – $2,698
Independent Health 23
$664
$372 – $893
Kaiser Permanente 199
$770
$358 – $4,068
Cigna 998
$826
$340 – $4,068
MVP Health Care 63
$850
$213 – $3,646
Humana 889
$871
$250 – $2,256
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1082
$882
$277 – $3,550
HealthPartners 192
$924
$168 – $3,316
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 121
$1,000
$537 – $4,011
Aetna 1241
$1,074
$247 – $3,769
Medica 166
$1,209
$211 – $3,509
Security Health Plan 49
$1,473
$187 – $2,894
Sanford Health Plan 58
$1,611
$263 – $3,955
Health Net 271
$1,910
$325 – $7,761
Healthcare Highways 33
$2,089
$338 – $3,567
Coventry 124
$2,412
$325 – $5,164
AvMed 61
$3,110
$1,080 – $3,533
MultiPlan / PHCS network 750
$3,121
$682 – $6,264

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$400
Rhode Island$653
Tennessee$814
Alabama$856
Louisiana$944
Arizona$989

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.

Does Medicare cover MRI of the pelvis with contrast?

Yes — Medicare generally covers MRI of the pelvis with contrast. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $268. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $54 — 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 1980 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $2,076, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $3,731, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $799, a Medicare rate of about $268. Most cash prices fall between $632 and $5,353 — 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 MRI of the pelvis with contrast cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 1980 US hospitals is $2,076. Most hospitals fall between $632 and $5,353. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover MRI of the pelvis with contrast?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $268). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for MRI of the pelvis with contrast?
Medicare pays about $268. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do MRI of the pelvis with 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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