MRI Shoulder without Contrast cost in Arlington, VA
Comparing 9 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Arlington
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5★) has the lowest price — $6,391 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
You're looking at shoulder MRI prices in Arlington that range from $835 to over $7,200 for the same procedure — nearly a ninefold difference depending on where you go. Most facilities cluster around $985, but that wide spread means your choice of hospital could save you thousands out of pocket if you're paying cash or have a high deductible. Before you schedule, call the billing department at your top two choices and ask for their cash price for a shoulder MRI without contrast, then factor that into whether you'd rather go to the cheaper option or stick with your doctor's preferred location.
Your specific procedure may not be in the system at every facility, so when you call to get pricing, also ask if they offer financial assistance based on your household income — many people qualify without realizing it. If you have insurance, ask your plan's member services line whether they've pre-negotiated rates at any of these hospitals, since your out-of-pocket cost depends on both the facility's price and your plan's contracted rate.
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 Shoulder 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 Shoulder without Contrast costs $835 at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5-star CMS rating) and up to $7,227 at Reston Hospital Center in Arlington, Virginia — a 8.7x difference for the same procedure across 9 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $2,810.
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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 | 11.8 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $835 | $1,670 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $984 | $1,969 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Fauquier Hospital | $1,626 | $4,065 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $2,238 | $3,730 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | $6,900 | $6,900 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | $7,227 | $7,227 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Shoulder without Contrast cost in Arlington, VA?
MRI Shoulder without Contrast costs between $835 and $7,227 at 9 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The median price is $984. The Virginia statewide average is $2,810.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Shoulder without Contrast near Arlington?
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 Arlington, the lowest-priced facility (Inova Fair Oaks Hospital) has a 5-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Reston 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 Shoulder without Contrast near Arlington is $6,392 — the difference between Inova Fair Oaks Hospital ($835) and Reston Hospital Center ($7,227).
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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 →