MRI Lumbar Spine without Contrast cost in Fairfax, VA
Comparing 9 hospitals within 25 miles
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Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5★) has the lowest price — $6,662 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
If you're paying out of pocket for this MRI, the price difference between hospitals in Fairfax is dramatic — you could pay $835 at one facility or nearly $7,500 at another for the same scan. That's a real choice you can make. The median price here is around $1,120, which is less than half the state average, so Fairfax has genuinely cheaper options if you shop around.
Before you book, call the billing department at whichever hospital you're considering and confirm their cash price for a lumbar spine MRI — prices vary widely even within the same system. If cost is your main concern, ask specifically about Inova Fair Oaks, which quotes $835 and has a 5-star quality rating. Also ask your doctor if they can send the images directly to your insurance company; some plans cover the scan at lower rates if it's done at an in-network facility rather than a standalone imaging center.
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 Lumbar Spine 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 Lumbar Spine without Contrast costs $835 at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5-star CMS rating) and up to $7,497 at Stonesprings Hospital Center in Fairfax, Virginia — a 9.0x difference for the same procedure across 9 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $2,889.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,118 | $2,237 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Fauquier Hospital | $1,685 | $4,213 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 11.3 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $3,376 | $5,627 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | $7,495 | $7,495 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | $7,497 | $7,497 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 11.3 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Lumbar Spine without Contrast cost in Fairfax, VA?
MRI Lumbar Spine without Contrast costs between $835 and $7,497 at 9 facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. The median price is $1,118. The Virginia statewide average is $2,889.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Lumbar Spine without Contrast near Fairfax?
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $835. It has a 5-star CMS quality rating and 79.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Fairfax, 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 Lumbar Spine without Contrast near Fairfax is $6,662 — the difference between Inova Fair Oaks Hospital ($835) and Stonesprings Hospital Center ($7,497).
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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 →