MRI Scan Cost in New Mexico (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a mri scan cost in New Mexico?
For a commercially insured patient, an mri scan in New Mexico typically runs $315–$1,210 once facility and physician fees are combined. The median reported facility price across 28 hospitals is $891. The figures draw on CMS fee schedules and hospital price transparency data published under federal law.
Across 28 New Mexico hospitals that publish prices, an MRI Scan runs from as little as $113 (Plains Regional Medical Center in Jr) to $18,560 (ALTA VISTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL in Las Vegas) — a 164.2× spread for the same procedure. A typical New Mexico facility lands around $891 — most sit in the $190–$1,040 band. There's a gap between the sticker and the real price here: a median cash quote of $891 sits above the $229 insurers negotiate — about 3.9× higher, so asking for the cash or insurer-negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on your bill. Even within New Mexico, Rio Rancho ($226) and Santa Fe ($1,138) are 5× apart on the median price.
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- Lower-cost hospitals (bottom 25%): under $190
- Median hospital: $891
- Higher-cost hospitals (top 30%): $1,040+
That's a 5× spread for the same procedure — driven entirely by which facility you choose, not by clinical complexity.
- Patient A (higher-rate plan or out-of-network): ~$1,040
- Patient B (lower-rate in-network plan): ~$233
Where mri scan costs vary in New Mexico
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Cheapest MRI Scan Providers in New Mexico
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Artesia General Hospital | Artesia, NM | $121 | -$770 |
| 2 | Artesia General Hospital | Artesia, NM | $121 | -$770 |
| 3 | Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 |
| 4 | Presbyterian Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 |
| 5 | Presbyterian Rust Medical Center | Rio Rancho, NM | $127 | -$764 |
| 6 | Nor-Lea District Hospital | Lovington, NM | $155 | -$736 |
| 7 | Covenant Hospital Hobbs | Hobbs, NM | $224 | -$667 |
| 8 | Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center | Alamogordo, NM | $233 | -$658 |
Prices are declared self-pay rates. Contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
The facility you choose matters more than almost anything else — the same procedure, same quality, same state can cost 5× more at one hospital versus the one down the road.
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What you'll actually pay — example scenarios
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met (pay in full) | ~$1,013 |
| Deductible met — 20% coinsurance | ~$203 |
| Out-of-network provider | $2,229+ |
Based on a typical episode cost of $1,013 (facility + physician fees). Your actual cost depends on your plan deductible, coinsurance rate, and network tier. Get YOUR personalized estimate →
What this means for you
If you haven't met your deductible, you are effectively a cash-pay patient.
That means:
- You should verify your hospital is in-network before an elective visit when possible
- The cheapest facility can save you $812+ vs. the median.
This is the single biggest lever most patients have to reduce their cost.
Lower-cost options in New Mexico start around $190 or below. Most hospitals cluster between $190 and $1,102. A smaller group reports prices above that — often academic medical centers or high-cost markets.
If you're comparing specific hospitals, the lowest self-pay rates reported in this dataset include: Plains Regional Medical Center in Jr (cash price from $79); Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services in Gallup (cash price from $89); Artesia General Hospital in Artesia (cash price from $121). These are declared cash prices — contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
How where you go changes what you pay for mri scan
The same mri scan bundles different services depending on the setting — facility fee, surgeon fee, and anesthesia each arrive as separate bills. Estimated ranges below reflect the typical full bundled cost, including all expected charges.
- Facility fee $79–$3,196
- Professional fee $291–$1,568
Estimated from CMS fee schedules + commercial rate multipliers
- Facility fee $79–$3,139
- Professional fee $291–$1,568
Estimated from CMS fee schedules + commercial rate multipliers
- technical_component $150–$725
- professional_interpretation $94–$428
Estimated from CMS fee schedules + commercial rate multipliers
- Best value hospitals (lowest prices): Plains Regional Medical Center: $79; Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services: $89; Artesia General Hospital: $121
- Most expensive (outpatient): Los Alamos Medical Center: ~$3,196; ALTA VISTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL: ~$3,139
→ Choosing the right facility can save $812+ vs. the state median.
New Mexico MRI Scan prices by facility
All prices below come from hospital chargemasters — the official price lists each hospital must publish under federal law. Gross charge is the undiscounted list price; cash price is the self-pay rate; negotiated range covers the spread across insurance contracts.
- Cash price — the self-pay rate you can actually negotiate and pay
- Negotiated rate — if reported by the hospital across insurance contracts
- Gross charge — fallback only; this is the inflated list price few people pay
This reflects the real prices patients encounter — not inflated chargemaster rates.
| # | Facility | City | Your Price | vs Median | Gross Charge |
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| #1 | Plains Regional Medical Center | Jr, NM | $79 | -$812 | $113–$5,467 |
| #2 | Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services | Gallup, NM | $89 | -$802 | $298 |
| #3 | Artesia General Hospital | Artesia, NM | $121 | -$770 | $203–$6,145 |
| #4 | Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 | $182–$3,304 |
| #5 | Presbyterian Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 | $182–$3,304 |
| #6 | Presbyterian Rust Medical Center | Rio Rancho, NM | $127 | -$764 | $182–$3,304 |
| #7 | Nor-Lea District Hospital | Lovington, NM | $155 | -$736 | $155–$5,440 |
| #8 | Covenant Hospital Hobbs | Hobbs, NM | $236 | -$655 | $236–$777 |
| #9 | Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center | Alamogordo, NM | $233 | -$658 | $233–$423 |
| #10 | ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Rio Rancho LLC | Rio Rancho, NM | $325 | -$566 | $325 |
| #11 | ABQ Hospital, LLC & Albuquerque ER LLC | Nm 87109 & 9310 Coors Blvd. Nw Albuquerque, NM | $550 | -$341 | $1,464–$4,590 |
| #12 | Kindred Hospital Albuquerque | Albuquerque, NM | $774 | -$117 | $774–$1,044 |
| #13 | Lovelace Regional Hospital Roswell | Roswell, NM | $891 | +$0 | $2,972–$13,264 |
| #14 | Lovelace Westside Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $900 | +$9 | $3,002–$6,957 |
| #15 | Lovelace Women's Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $900 | +$9 | $3,002–$6,629 |
| #16 | Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center | Santa Fe, NM | $923 | +$32 | $1,319–$3,574 |
| #17 | Presbyterian Espanola Hospital | Espanola, NM | $923 | +$32 | $1,319–$3,574 |
| #18 | Lovelace Medical Center | Albuquerque, NM | $974 | +$83 | $3,248–$6,826 |
| #19 | Lovelace UNM Rehabilition Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $1,040 | +$149 | $3,468–$8,333 |
| #20 | Lincoln County Medical Center | Ruidoso, NM | $1,082 | +$191 | $1,546–$7,351 |
| #21 | Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital | Tucumcari, NM | $1,123 | +$232 | $1,605–$6,978 |
| #22 | Mimbres Valley Medical Center | NM | $1,145 | +$254 | $2,290–$7,551 |
| #23 | Socorro General Hospital | Socorro, NM | $1,236 | +$345 | $1,766–$6,151 |
| #24 | St. Vincent Regional Medical Center | Santa Fe, NM | $1,352 | +$461 | $2,254–$11,696 |
| #25 | Memorial Medical Center | NM | $1,472 | +$581 | $2,453–$11,392 |
| #26 | Union County General Hospital | Clayton, NM | $2,316 | +$1,425 | $3,308–$4,597 |
| #27 | ALTA VISTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL | Las Vegas, NM | $3,139 | +$2,248 | $6,279–$14,011 |
| #28 | Los Alamos Medical Center | NM | $3,196 | +$2,305 | $5,327–$9,195 |
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These facilities have the lowest declared prices relative to the state median — they represent the best opportunities to reduce your out-of-pocket cost for this procedure.
| Facility | City | Your Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plains Regional Medical Center | Jr, NM | $79 | -$812 |
| Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services | Gallup, NM | $89 | -$802 |
| Artesia General Hospital | Artesia, NM | $121 | -$770 |
| Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 |
| Presbyterian Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | $127 | -$764 |
How to choose a lower-cost facility
- Choose independent outpatient centers when possible — freestanding ASCs (ambulatory surgical centers) consistently charge less than hospital outpatient departments for identical procedures.
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met — self-pay rates are often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied, especially at facilities that have a high cash-price discount.
- Avoid hospital outpatient departments for routine cases — hospital-owned locations add a facility fee that freestanding centers don't charge, often adding $500–$1,500 to the same procedure.
Most expensive mri scan providers in New Mexico
These facilities report the highest prices for this procedure. Academic medical centers and specialty hospitals often top this list — their gross charges rarely reflect what anyone actually pays, but understanding the spread helps you negotiate.
| Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alamos Medical Center | NM | $3,196 | +$2,305 |
| ALTA VISTA REGIONAL HOSPITAL | Las Vegas, NM | $3,139 | +$2,248 |
| Union County General Hospital | Clayton, NM | $2,316 | +$1,425 |
| Memorial Medical Center | NM | $1,472 | +$581 |
| St. Vincent Regional Medical Center | Santa Fe, NM | $1,352 | +$461 |
Why prices vary this much
A small number of hospitals (2) report very high prices above $2,470, which drives much of the overall price range. Excluding these, most facilities cluster in a significantly tighter band.
Setting drives much of the gap in New Mexico: the median outpatient price is $900 versus $896 inpatient, so where a procedure is performed often matters more than which hospital you choose. Of the New Mexico facilities reporting prices, 8 fall in a low-cost tier (up to $190) while 8 sit in a high-cost tier ($1,102 and up) — a lower-priced option almost always exists within the same state.
Among the cities with the most reporting hospitals, Albuquerque has a median reported price of $900 across 7 facilities, while facilities in Rio Rancho tend to report lower prices (median: $226). City-level variation within a state often reflects local market structure, not procedure complexity.
The spread comes from how each hospital sets its chargemaster (the undiscounted list price), what cash discounts it applies, and what rates it negotiates with each insurer. Facility classification matters too — a hospital-owned outpatient center adds a facility fee that a freestanding clinic does not. Understanding these mechanics is the first step to paying less.
Learn more:
→ Allowed amount vs negotiated rate — what your EOB is really saying
→ How to read your medical bill
→ Why hospital prices are so hard to find — and what to do about it
How insurance changes what you actually pay
Hospital list prices are only part of the picture. What you pay out of pocket depends on your deductible, your plan's out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility is in-network, and whether your plan classifies the visit as outpatient or inpatient. A lower gross charge doesn't guarantee a lower bill if the facility is out-of-network or adds facility fees your plan doesn't cover.
Understand your cost before you go:
→ Deductible vs out-of-pocket max
→ EOB vs medical bill — complete guide
→ How to stop medical bill problems before they start (in-network vs out-of-network)
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Frequently asked questions: MRI Scan costs in New Mexico
How much does an MRI Scan cost in New Mexico?
Across 28 New Mexico hospitals that publish prices, an MRI Scan ranges from $113 to $18,560, with a median of $891. Most facilities fall between $190 and $1,040. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get an MRI Scan in New Mexico?
Based on declared prices, the lowest-cost facility in our New Mexico data is Plains Regional Medical Center in Jr at about $79. By metro, Rio Rancho has the lowest median ($226). Freestanding ambulatory surgery and imaging centers are often cheaper still and may not appear in hospital price data — ask your doctor whether one is an option.
Why is an MRI Scan so much cheaper at some New Mexico hospitals?
Prices vary up to 164.2× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In New Mexico, the median cash (self-pay) price is $891 versus a median negotiated rate of $229 — about 3.9× higher. Asking for the cash price or your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for an MRI Scan in New Mexico?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network — not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
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Other New Mexico Hospitals for MRI Scan
These hospitals are registered in the CMS National Provider Identifier (NPI) registry as active hospitals in New Mexico. Cost estimates use the bundled service model for each place of service. Contact them directly for a formal quote.
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ADVANCED CARE HOSPITAL OF SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO LLC
5055216400 |
LAS CRUCES, NM | Long Term Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AIA,PC
4355539345 |
CLOVIS, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ALBUQUERQUE AMG SPECIALTY HOSPITAL, LLC
5058425550 |
ALBUQUERQUE, NM | Long Term Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ALBUQUERQUE ER LLC
7136600555 |
ALBUQUERQUE, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ALBUQUERQUE VAMC
7023413152 |
ALBUQUERQUE, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ALBUQUERQUE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER
5053793389 |
ALBUQUERQUE, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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APOGEE MEDICAL GROUP
5056619279 |
LOS ALAMOS, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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ARROYO CHAMISO PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION
5059899635 |
SANTA FE, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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CANONCITO COMMUNITY CLINIC
5055525385 |
SAN FIDEL, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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CARLSBAD MEDICAL CENTER LLC
5058874100 |
CARLSBAD, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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CATHOLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES COLORADO
3037157000 |
AZTEC, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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CHAVES COUNTY NEW MEXICO HOSPITAL COMPANY LLC
5056277000 |
ROSWELL, NM | General Acute Care Hospital | $370–$4,764 bundled est. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Est. cost = bundled estimate (facility fee + professional fee + anesthesia where applicable) based on CMS fee schedules and commercial rate multipliers. Contact each provider for an actual quote.
Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry. NPI numbers can be verified at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
Where You Get an MRI Scan Matters
Hospital outpatient departments typically charge 2–4× more than ASCs or independent centers for the same procedure — same outcome, very different bill.
Hospital Outpatient Department
Hospital Outpatient Department typically carries a higher price for an mri scan. Facility fee billed separately from professional fee. Provider-based billing adds facility overhead. You can shop here — call ahead and ask for a self-pay or cash quote.
Independent Imaging Center
Independent Imaging Center typically carries the lowest typical price for an mri scan. Freestanding radiology centers. Technical component billed by center; professional (radiologist read) billed separately. You can shop here — call ahead and ask for a self-pay or cash quote.
Emergency Room MRI Scan
An MRI Scan performed in the emergency department can run 2–5× the cost of the identical scan at an outpatient or independent facility, because a hospital facility fee stacks on top. Use the ER only when the situation is medically urgent — it is not a setting where you can shop on price.
MRI Scan Cost With vs Without Contrast
Which type your doctor orders changes the billing code — and what you pay. Here's how the common types differ.
MRI Without Contrast
A standard mri scan with no contrast dye — the most common and lowest-cost version.
MRI With Contrast
Uses contrast dye to highlight tissue. The dye and its administration are billed on top of the base scan. Gadolinium-based contrast agent adds $100–$300.
MRI With and Without Contrast
Two sets of images — before and after contrast — in one visit. It costs more than either alone because both sequences are performed and interpreted.
This Procedure Is Shoppable — Choosing the Right Facility Can Save Thousands
MRI Scan is elective and schedulable. You have time to compare facilities — and hospital outpatient prices often run 2–4× higher than Hospital OP, Imaging Center for identical clinical outcomes.
How to shop: Ask your doctor for the CPT code, then call 2–3 facilities and request an out-of-pocket cost estimate. Confirm your insurance is accepted. If uninsured, ask for the cash-pay rate — it's usually 20–50% below the list price.
Prior Authorization Is Usually Required
Most commercial and Medicare Advantage plans require pre-approval for mri scan before scheduling. If your doctor submits the order without prior authorization — or if the authorization lapses — your insurer can deny the entire claim, leaving you responsible for the full cost.
Action step: Call the member services number on your insurance card before scheduling. Ask: "Does this procedure require prior authorization?" Get the authorization number in writing and confirm it's attached to the claim before your appointment.
Who performs this: MRI Scan is typically performed by a Radiology. The specialist's professional fee is billed separately from the facility charge — you will likely receive separate bills from each.
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About the Author
John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
Healthcare actuary with 20+ years of experience in insurance pricing, medical billing systems, and healthcare cost analytics.
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