MRI Knee without Contrast cost in Roanoke, VA
MRI Knee without Contrast costs $2,230 to $10,363 cash across 7 hospitals within 25 miles of Roanoke.
Price range near Roanoke
Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $8,132 less than the most expensive option nearby.
Hospital prices near Roanoke
Published prices vary 4.6x in this comparison
Cash prices range from $2,230 to $10,363 across these hospitals — a $8,132 spread for the same procedure code. When variation is this wide, the specific facility you pick changes what you pay significantly.
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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 shopping for a knee MRI in Roanoke, the cash price range spreads from about $2,230 to $3,550 depending on where you go—a difference of roughly $1,300 at the extremes. That's worth a phone call to three or four facilities to get their exact quote for your knee, since prices vary this much even in a smaller market. Carilion Medical Center's cash price of $2,319 sits near the middle and below the state average of $2,501, which is a reasonable option if they're convenient for you.
Before you book, call the billing department at your top two choices and ask specifically for the cash price for an MRI of the knee without contrast—get it in writing or screenshot it. If cost is tight, ask whether the hospital has financial assistance; if you qualify based on income, it could lower your bill further. Also confirm your insurance coverage first—many plans cover imaging well, so your out-of-pocket might be lower than the cash price anyway.
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 $2,230 at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $10,363 at Lewisgale Medical Center in Roanoke, Virginia — a 4.6x difference for the same procedure across 7 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $2,859.
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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 | $2,230 | $4,461 | 3/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Giles Community HospitalCarilion Clinic | $2,313 | $3,855 | 4/5 | 83.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Stonewall Jackson HospitalCarilion Clinic | $2,313 | $3,855 | 3/5 | 75.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion New River Valley Medical CenterCarilion Clinic | $2,319 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 69.0% | Nonprofit | 0.1 mi |
| Carilion Medical CenterCarilion Clinic | $2,319 | $3,865 | 4/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sovah Health Danville | $3,548 | $8,871 | 2/5 | 59.0% | For-profit | 0.1 mi |
| Lewisgale Medical CenterHCA Virginia | $10,363 | $10,363 | 2/5 | 57.0% | For-profit | 0.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Knee without Contrast cost in Roanoke, VA?
MRI Knee without Contrast costs between $2,230 and $10,363 at 7 facilities near Roanoke, Virginia. The median price is $2,319. The Virginia statewide average is $2,859.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Knee without Contrast near Roanoke?
Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $2,230. 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 →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for MRI Knee without Contrast near Roanoke is $8,132 — the difference between Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital ($2,230) and Lewisgale Medical Center ($10,363).
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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 →