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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel vs MRI Brain

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel: $40 total · Medicare pays $32 · Patient pays $8

MRI Brain: $1,500 total · Medicare pays $1,200 · Patient pays $300

Cost Comparison

MetricComprehensive Metabolic PanelMRI Brain
Total Average Cost$40$1,500
Medicare Pays$32$1,200
Patient Pays$8$300
Categorylabimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Comprehensive Metabolic Panel and MRI Brain?
MRI Brain costs $1,500 on average, while Comprehensive Metabolic Panel costs $40 — a difference of $1,460.
How much does Medicare pay for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel vs MRI Brain?
Medicare typically pays $32 for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (patient owes $8). For MRI Brain, Medicare pays $1,200 (patient owes $300).
What is Comprehensive Metabolic Panel?
Blood test evaluating kidney function, liver function, and electrolytes.
What is MRI Brain?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain.