MRI Brain with and without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA
Comparing 6 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Chesapeake
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $1,225 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
Your MRI brain scan in Chesapeake has a price range that's unusually wide — the lowest cash price is $2,440 while the highest is over $6,190, more than double the cost. Chesapeake General Hospital is offering the lowest price at $2,440, which is also below the Virginia state average of $3,474. If you don't have insurance or are paying out of pocket, this difference could mean saving several thousand dollars just by choosing the right facility.
Before you book, call the imaging department at whichever hospital your doctor recommends and ask them directly for their cash price for a brain MRI with and without contrast — the quote you see online may not match what they charge. If your doctor doesn't have a strong preference, ask if they can refer you to Chesapeake General or another lower-cost facility. Get the price in writing, and confirm whether that includes the radiologist's reading fee, since some facilities quote those separately.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for MRI Brain with and without Contrast?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
MRI Brain with and without Contrast costs $2,440 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $3,666 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia — a 1.5x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $3,842.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Chesapeake (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $3,666 is below the Virginia average of $3,842.
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7 insurance plans. Cheapest: Aetna. Most expensive: Sentara Health Plans.
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These ambulatory surgery centers are near Chesapeake. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $2,440 | $4,067 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $3,666 | $7,331 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $3,666 | $7,331 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $3,666 | $7,331 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $3,666 | $7,331 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 18.4 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $3,666 | $7,331 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Brain with and without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA?
MRI Brain with and without Contrast costs between $2,440 and $3,666 at 6 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The median price is $3,666. The Virginia statewide average is $3,842.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Brain with and without Contrast near Chesapeake?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $2,440. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Chesapeake, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital) has a 4-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for MRI Brain with and without Contrast near Chesapeake is $1,225 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($2,440) and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital ($3,666).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →