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MRI Brain vs MRI Hip

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

MRI Hip: $1,300 total · Medicare pays $1,040 · Patient pays $260

Cost Comparison

MetricMRI BrainMRI Hip
Total Average Cost$1,500$1,300
Medicare Pays$1,200$1,040
Patient Pays$300$260
Categoryimagingimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between MRI Brain and MRI Hip?
MRI Brain costs $1,500 on average, while MRI Hip costs $1,300 — a difference of $200.
How much does Medicare pay for MRI Brain vs MRI Hip?
Medicare typically pays $1,200 for MRI Brain (patient owes $300). For MRI Hip, Medicare pays $1,040 (patient owes $260).
What is MRI Brain?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain.
What is MRI Hip?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the hip joint.