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MRI Hip vs MRI Knee

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

MRI Knee: $1,200 total · Medicare pays $960 · Patient pays $240

Cost Comparison

MetricMRI HipMRI Knee
Total Average Cost$1,300$1,200
Medicare Pays$1,040$960
Patient Pays$260$240
Categoryimagingimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between MRI Hip and MRI Knee?
MRI Hip costs $1,300 on average, while MRI Knee costs $1,200 — a difference of $100.
How much does Medicare pay for MRI Hip vs MRI Knee?
Medicare typically pays $1,040 for MRI Hip (patient owes $260). For MRI Knee, Medicare pays $960 (patient owes $240).
What is MRI Hip?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the hip joint.
What is MRI Knee?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the knee joint.