Price range near Hampton

$1,932 to $1,961
1.0x price range Virginia avg: $2,912

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (4★) has the lowest price — $28 less than the most expensive option nearby.

Hospital prices near Hampton

1
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital Sentara Health · Nonprofit · 23.7 mi
$1,932 cash price
4★ 78.0% satisfied Safety penalty
2
Sentara Leigh Hospital Sentara Health · Nonprofit · 12.8 mi
$1,932 cash price
4★ 76.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
3
Sentara Obici Hospital Sentara Health · Nonprofit · 12.8 mi
$1,932 cash price
4★ 73.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
4
Sentara Careplex Hospital Sentara Health · Nonprofit · 0.0 mi
$1,932 cash price
4★ 73.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
5
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Sentara Health · Nonprofit · 23.7 mi
$1,932 cash price
4★ 71.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
6
Chesapeake General Hospital Local government · 18.4 mi
$1,961 cash price
3★ 67.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+1% vs lowest Compare

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Before you schedule

Best value Sentara Princess Anne Hospital — $1,932 4★ CMS rating
You could save $29 by choosing the lowest-priced facility
Virginia average $2,912 — prices near Hampton are below average
Call billing before you schedule Ask: "What is the cash price for this procedure?" — if you haven't met your deductible, it may be hundreds less than going through insurance
Expect a separate bill These are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, or anesthesiologist bills separately — ask about those costs too

If you're scheduling an MRI of your knee in Hampton, you're looking at cash prices ranging from about $1,933 to $3,171 depending on where you go — that's a 60 percent difference for the same procedure. Sentara CarePlex Hospital is at the lower end of that range at $1,933, which is also about $570 less than the Virginia average. The hospital has a 4-star rating, so you're not sacrificing quality for the savings. Before you book anywhere else in the area, call Sentara's billing department and confirm that $1,933 price applies to your specific knee MRI, since imaging procedures can sometimes have add-ons.

Once you've confirmed the price at Sentara, get a quote from at least one other facility on your list — it takes five minutes and could save you hundreds. Ask whether they offer a discount if you pay in full upfront or at the time of service. If cost is tight, ask Sentara's financial assistance team if you qualify; hospitals often have programs they don't advertise. Schedule soon so your results reach your doctor before your follow-up 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.

1

"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.

2

"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.

3

"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 $1,932 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (4-star CMS rating) and up to $1,961 at Chesapeake General Hospital in Hampton, Virginia — a 1.0x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $2,912.

About this market

Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Hampton (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.

vs Virginia average 34% below average

Sentara Health's price of $1,932 is below the Virginia average of $2,912.

Nearest alternative Chesapeake General Hospital — $1,961

Chesapeake, VA · 18 mi away · 3★

Insurance rates at Sentara Health $237 to $5,370

11 insurance plans. Cheapest: Sentara Health Plan. Most expensive: Cigna.

What else you should know

6% of insurance rates exceed the cash price 4 of 62 negotiated rates at these hospitals cost more than paying cash. If you haven't met your deductible, ask for the cash rate. Learn more
Ownership affects price Nonprofit: avg $1,933, 4.0★ (5 hospitals). Other: avg $1,961, 3.0★ (1 hospitals)

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 Hampton. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.

Virginia Center for Eye Surgery 12.8 mi
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Chesapeake Regional Surgery Center at Virginia Beach 12.8 mi
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Center for Visual Surgical Excellence LLC 12.8 mi
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Surgery Center of Chesapeake LLC 12.8 mi
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Virginia Beach Ambulatory Surgery Center 12.8 mi
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Bayview Medical Center INC 12.8 mi
Suffolk, VA 23434
96% satisfied 563 cases/yr
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FacilityCash PriceGross ChargeStarsPatient RatingOwnershipDistance
Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health $1,932 $3,865 4/5 78.0% Nonprofit 23.7 mi
Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health $1,932 $3,865 4/5 76.0% Nonprofit 12.8 mi
Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health $1,932 $3,865 4/5 73.0% Nonprofit 12.8 mi
Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health $1,932 $3,865 4/5 73.0% Nonprofit 0.0 mi
Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health $1,932 $3,865 4/5 71.0% Nonprofit 23.7 mi
Chesapeake General Hospital $1,961 $3,269 3/5 67.0% Local government 18.4 mi

Common questions

How much does MRI Knee without Contrast cost in Hampton, VA?

MRI Knee without Contrast costs between $1,932 and $1,961 at 6 facilities near Hampton, Virginia. The median price is $1,932. The Virginia statewide average is $2,912.

Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Knee without Contrast near Hampton?

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 Hampton, the lowest-priced facility (Sentara Princess Anne Hospital) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) 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 Knee without Contrast near Hampton is $29 — the difference between Sentara Princess Anne Hospital ($1,932) and Chesapeake General Hospital ($1,961).

Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →