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MRI Shoulder vs Sed Rate (ESR)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

Sed Rate (ESR): $20 total · Medicare pays $16 · Patient pays $4

Cost Comparison

MetricMRI ShoulderSed Rate (ESR)
Total Average Cost$1,200$20
Medicare Pays$960$16
Patient Pays$240$4
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FAQ

What is the cost difference between MRI Shoulder and Sed Rate (ESR)?
MRI Shoulder costs $1,200 on average, while Sed Rate (ESR) costs $20 — a difference of $1,180.
How much does Medicare pay for MRI Shoulder vs Sed Rate (ESR)?
Medicare typically pays $960 for MRI Shoulder (patient owes $240). For Sed Rate (ESR), Medicare pays $16 (patient owes $4).
What is MRI Shoulder?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the shoulder.
What is Sed Rate (ESR)?
Blood test measuring how quickly red blood cells settle.