MRI of the pelvis without contrast Cost by Hospital

MRI of the pelvis without contrast is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2283 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$1,799median cash price · 2283 hospitals, 52 statestypically $526–$4,921 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.9× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$3,297
Cash / self-pay
$1,799
Insurer-negotiated
$619
Medicare pays
$227
$526$4,921
Median cash $1,799  ·  Medicare $227  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $1,799 — about 7.9× the Medicare rate ($227). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($455).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $3,297 list price could save about $1,498 (45%).

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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
Geneva General Hospital Geneva, NY $275 $225 ★ 2/5 190 min —
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital of Yates Penn Yan, NY $275 $302 — 113 min —
John H Stroger Jr Hospital Chicago, IL $275 $326 ★ 2/5 293 min —
Provident Hospital of Chicago Chicago, IL $275 $326 — 190 min —
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital Lansdale, PA $275 $224 ★ 3/5 234 min —
Saint Clare's Hospital/ Denville Campus Denville, NJ $276 $345 ★ 2/5 166 min —
Saint Michael's Medical Center Newark, NJ $276 $318 ★ 4/5 169 min —
St Joseph's Medical Center Yonkers, NY $280 $503 ★ 1/5 201 min —
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA $282 $232 ★ 3/5 236 min —
St Mary's General Hospital Passaic, NJ $282 $345 ★ 3/5 182 min —
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA $283 $269 ★ 3/5 268 min —
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital East Norriton, PA $283 $258 ★ 4/5 297 min —
Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center Bronx, NY $286 $535 ★ 2/5 234 min —
Jacobi Medical Center Bronx, NY $286 $558 ★ 2/5 220 min —
Elmhurst Hospital Center Elmhurst, NY $286 $533 ★ 2/5 278 min —
Bronx VA Medical Center Bronx, NY $286 $530 ★ 4/5 — —
South Brooklyn Health Brooklyn, NY $286 $554 ★ 2/5 160 min —
Metropolitan Hospital Center New York, NY $286 $531 ★ 3/5 171 min —
Kings County Hospital Center Brooklyn, NY $286 $552 ★ 1/5 261 min —
Bellevue Hospital Center New York, NY $286 $551 ★ 2/5 181 min —
Queens Hospital Center Jamaica, NY $286 $547 ★ 2/5 245 min —
Harlem Hospital Center New York, NY $286 $547 ★ 2/5 144 min —
Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center Brooklyn, NY $286 $531 ★ 2/5 198 min —
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center Camp Hill, PA $289 $300 ★ 3/5 252 min —
Huntsville Memorial Hospital Huntsville, TX $289 $344 ★ 2/5 194 min —

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 October 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 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: $1,799; Medicare pays $227.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$197
$58 – $280
Medicaid 335
$206
$52 – $732
Medicare 564
$234
$67 – $806
Tricare / VA 417
$239
$78 – $2,195
Amerigroup 171
$240
$74 – $770
Devoted Health 178
$244
$222 – $1,188
Independent Health 29
$245
$73 – $467
Priority Health 58
$246
$100 – $2,199
Highmark 136
$250
$110 – $608
Molina Healthcare 564
$252
$110 – $1,226
Centene / Ambetter 789
$281
$132 – $1,501
SelectHealth 48
$286
$151 – $2,313
Bright Health 43
$337
$243 – $3,312
AmeriHealth 220
$345
$98 – $1,209
UnitedHealthcare 1546
$376
$151 – $2,581
Anthem 580
$380
$148 – $1,580
MVP Health Care 83
$385
$75 – $2,204
EmblemHealth 78
$387
$265 – $1,123
UPMC Health Plan 112
$405
$226 – $1,556
Geisinger 73
$418
$98 – $1,032
Oscar Health 173
$425
$184 – $1,787
UCare 73
$435
$109 – $2,963
Humana 1023
$436
$158 – $2,203
Harvard Pilgrim 59
$454
$161 – $2,467
Kaiser Permanente 230
$456
$226 – $3,337
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1296
$526
$148 – $2,890
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 148
$636
$159 – $2,911
Cigna 1180
$741
$232 – $3,529
HealthPartners 268
$870
$130 – $3,160
Aetna 1447
$907
$171 – $3,261
Medica 243
$1,238
$131 – $3,458
Health Net 334
$1,335
$199 – $5,165
Security Health Plan 64
$1,393
$138 – $2,749
Healthcare Highways 38
$1,440
$393 – $3,000
Sanford Health Plan 77
$1,793
$159 – $3,185
Coventry 161
$2,066
$242 – $4,144
AvMed 67
$2,523
$1,080 – $3,533
MultiPlan / PHCS network 894
$2,582
$393 – $5,068

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
Rhode Island$673
New Jersey$676
Tennessee$825
New York$841
Arkansas$856
Louisiana$929

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
Rudy Van Hemert, MDDiagnostic RadiologyLittle Rock, AR459
Oguz Akin, MDDiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY314
Jeeban DasDiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY299
Joshua Chaim, DODiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY292
Omer Aras, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY281
Yuliya Lakhman, MDDiagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY266
Prashanth Damalcheruvu, MBBSDiagnostic RadiologyLittle Rock, AR258
Roman Rozin, MDDiagnostic RadiologySarasota, FL203
Matthew Chanin, MDDiagnostic RadiologyCincinnati, OH196
Iva Petkovska, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyNew York, NY190
Gilbert Maulsby, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyCincinnati, OH183
Shobhit Sharma, M.D.Diagnostic RadiologyLittle Rock, AR174

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Does Medicare cover MRI of the pelvis without contrast?

Yes — Medicare generally covers MRI of the pelvis without contrast. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $227. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $45 — 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 2283 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $1,799, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $3,297, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $619, a Medicare rate of about $227. Most cash prices fall between $526 and $4,921 — 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 without contrast cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2283 US hospitals is $1,799. Most hospitals fall between $526 and $4,921. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover MRI of the pelvis without contrast?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $227). 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 without contrast?
Medicare pays about $227. 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 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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