MRI Brain without Contrast cost in Alexandria, VA
MRI Brain without Contrast costs $834 to $7,306 cash across 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Alexandria.
Price range near Alexandria
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5★) has the lowest price — $6,472 less than the most expensive option nearby.
Hospital prices near Alexandria
Lowest published price here: Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital has the lowest published cash price in this comparison ($833) and Medicare's 5-star CMS rating. Combining lowest price with strong government-rated quality is often a useful starting point — your situation may call for different priorities.
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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
If you're paying out of pocket for a brain MRI in Alexandria, you could pay anywhere from $833 to over $7,300 depending which facility you choose—nearly a ninefold difference. Your best bet is the two INOVA hospitals in the area, both quoting $833.50 for a cash price, which is also well below the Virginia average of $2,816. That's the price to beat if you're looking for genuine savings here.
Before you schedule, call the billing department at whichever hospital your doctor prefers and confirm they'll honor that $833.50 cash price for your specific appointment. Ask whether they offer financial assistance if you don't have insurance or need help—many people qualify but never ask. Get the quote in writing so there's no surprise when you arrive.
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 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 without Contrast costs $834 at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5-star CMS rating) and up to $7,306 at Stonesprings Hospital Center in Alexandria, Virginia — a 8.8x difference for the same procedure across 9 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $2,742.
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Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Alexandria. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $834 | $1,667 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $834 | $1,667 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $834 | $1,667 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $834 | $1,667 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,194 | $2,388 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Fauquier Hospital | $1,928 | $4,821 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $2,178 | $3,630 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | $7,305 | $7,305 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | $7,306 | $7,306 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Brain without Contrast cost in Alexandria, VA?
MRI Brain without Contrast costs between $834 and $7,306 at 9 facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. The median price is $1,194. The Virginia statewide average is $2,742.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Brain without Contrast near Alexandria?
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $834. It has a 5-star CMS quality rating and 79.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Alexandria, the lowest-priced facility (Inova Fair Oaks Hospital) has a 5-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Stonesprings Hospital Center) has a 3-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 without Contrast near Alexandria is $6,473 — the difference between Inova Fair Oaks Hospital ($834) and Stonesprings Hospital Center ($7,306).
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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 →