MRI Knee without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA
MRI Knee without Contrast costs $1,932 to $2,117 cash across 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Chesapeake.
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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
Right now, a knee MRI in Chesapeake ranges from about $1,930 to $3,170 for cash pay — that's a 65 percent spread for the same scan. Most facilities cluster around the lower end, but a few charge significantly more. You'll want to know which facility your doctor prefers or whether you have a choice, because that $1,200 difference can matter depending on your out-of-pocket costs. Your insurance may cover most of this, but if you're uninsured or have a high deductible, the facility you pick changes what you actually owe.
Before you schedule, call your doctor's office and ask which imaging center they typically use — that often narrows your options. Then call that facility's billing department and ask for the cash price and what your insurance will actually pay based on your specific plan. If cost is tight, ask whether they offer financial assistance or payment plans; some do, even if you have insurance.
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 Knee 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 Knee without Contrast costs between $1,932 and $2,117 at 9 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $2,859.
What else you should know
Children's hospitals
The following children's hospitals are listed separately because their pricing, patient mix, and quality benchmarks differ from adult facilities.
Surgery center alternatives
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $1,932 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $1,932 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $1,932 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $1,932 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 18.4 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $1,932 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $1,961 | $3,269 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 0.0 mi |
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $2,117 | $3,528 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 16.4 mi |
| Riverside Shore Memorial HospitalRiverside Health System | — | — | 3/5 | 81.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Riverside Regional Medical CenterRiverside Health System | — | — | 3/5 | 72.0% | Nonprofit | 24.3 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Knee without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA?
MRI Knee without Contrast costs between $1,932 and $2,117 at 9 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The median price is $1,932. The Virginia statewide average is $2,859.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Knee without Contrast near Chesapeake?
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $1,932. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 78.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Chesapeake, the lowest-priced facility (Sentara Princess Anne Hospital) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Riverside Regional Medical 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 →
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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 →