MRI Brain with Contrast cost in High Point, NC
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Before you schedule
If you're getting an MRI brain with contrast in High Point, your cash price could swing anywhere from about $1,400 to $2,300 depending on which facility you use—that's a $900 difference for the exact same scan. High Point Regional Health System, the main hospital listed here, is at the higher end of that range at $2,332, which is well above both the North Carolina average ($1,703) and the median price you'd find elsewhere in this area ($1,779). Before you schedule there, it's worth calling their billing department to confirm that price and asking if they have financial assistance programs based on your household income—many people qualify without realizing it.
Your next move is to call the other imaging centers and urgent care facilities in High Point to get their cash prices quoted for the same procedure with contrast, then compare. Ask each one directly: "What's your cash price for an MRI brain with contrast?" Some centers may offer it significantly cheaper. If cost is a real concern, this seven-hundred-dollar swing is worth twenty minutes of phone calls before your appointment.
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 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 Contrast costs between $1,392 and $2,332 at 5 facilities near High Point, North Carolina. The North Carolina statewide average is $3,051.
About this market
Novant Health operates 3 of 5 hospitals near High Point (60%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Novant Health's price of $2,281 is below the North Carolina average of $3,051.
Lexington, NC · 14 mi away · 3★
22 insurance plans. Cheapest: Medicare. Most expensive: Aetna.
What else you should know
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Memorial Hospital INC | $1,392 | $2,783 | 3/5 | 72.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,779 | $2,965 | 4/5 | 68.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| Novant Health Thomasville Medical CenterNovant Health | $2,281 | $3,801 | 3/5 | 69.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| High Point Regional Health System | $2,332 | $4,663 | 2/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Novant Health Medical Park HospitalNovant Health | — | — | 4/5 | 92.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Brain with Contrast cost in High Point, NC?
MRI Brain with Contrast costs between $1,392 and $2,332 at 5 facilities near High Point, North Carolina. The median price is $2,281. The North Carolina statewide average is $3,051.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Brain with Contrast near High Point?
Lexington Memorial Hospital INC has the lowest published cash price at $1,392. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 72.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In High Point, the lowest-priced facility (Lexington Memorial Hospital INC) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Novant Health Medical Park 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 →
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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 →