MRI Brain with and without Contrast cost in Roanoke, VA
MRI Brain with and without Contrast costs $3,526 to $4,523 cash across 7 hospitals within 25 miles of Roanoke.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
When you're shopping for a brain MRI in Roanoke, you're looking at a fairly narrow price range—cash prices cluster between roughly $3,500 and $4,500, with most facilities landing around $3,900. That's only a 28% spread, which means you won't find a dramatic discount by traveling across town. Carilion Medical Center sits right at the local median of $3,939, which is slightly higher than Virginia's state average of $3,474, but the difference is small enough that convenience and scheduling might matter more than price for your decision.
Before you book, call Carilion's billing department and confirm the $3,939 cash price applies to your specific brain MRI order—sometimes facility codes vary slightly. Ask whether they offer financial assistance if that $3,900-plus price is tight for you; many hospitals have programs you don't hear about unless you ask directly. If you have insurance, your out-of-pocket cost will depend entirely on your plan's deductible and coinsurance, so check your card or call your insurer to know what you'll actually owe.
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 between $3,526 and $4,523 at 7 facilities near Roanoke, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $3,897.
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These ambulatory surgery centers are near Roanoke. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Halifax Regional HospitalSentara Health | $3,526 | $7,053 | 3/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Stonewall Jackson HospitalCarilion Clinic | $3,652 | $6,087 | 3/5 | 75.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Giles Community HospitalCarilion Clinic | $3,939 | $6,565 | 4/5 | 83.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion New River Valley Medical CenterCarilion Clinic | $3,939 | $6,565 | 4/5 | 69.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Medical CenterCarilion Clinic | $3,939 | $6,565 | 4/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sovah Health Danville | $4,523 | $11,307 | 2/5 | 59.0% | For-profit | 0.1 mi |
| Lewisgale Medical CenterHCA Virginia | — | $17,753 | 2/5 | 57.0% | For-profit | 0.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Brain with and without Contrast cost in Roanoke, VA?
MRI Brain with and without Contrast costs between $3,526 and $4,523 at 7 facilities near Roanoke, Virginia. The median price is $3,939. The Virginia statewide average is $3,897.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Brain with and without Contrast near Roanoke?
Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $3,526. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 71.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Roanoke, the lowest-priced facility (Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Lewisgale Medical Center) has a 2-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 →
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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 →