MRI Shoulder without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA
MRI Shoulder without Contrast costs $1,932 to $5,053 cash across 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Chesapeake.
Price range near Chesapeake
Hospital prices near Chesapeake
Lowest published price here: Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital has the lowest published cash price in this comparison ($1,932) and Medicare's 4-star CMS rating. Combining lowest price with strong government-rated quality is often a useful starting point — your situation may call for different priorities.
→ Worth verifying with the hospital's billing office, and reading the full profile before deciding.
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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 getting an MRI of your shoulder in Chesapeake, your cash price should land between roughly $1,900 and $3,500 depending on which facility you choose — that's an 80 percent spread, which is worth a quick round of calls. Chesapeake General Hospital is pricing this scan at $1,943 if you pay out of pocket, which is close to the lowest you'll find in the area and well below Virginia's state average of $2,907. Before you book, check whether your insurance plan has negotiated rates that differ from the cash price — sometimes significantly — and confirm your deductible status so you know what you'll actually owe.
Call Chesapeake General's billing department and ask them to quote your specific out-of-pocket cost after your insurance processes it; don't rely on the cash price alone if you're insured. If cost is your main concern and you have the flexibility, get a quote from at least one other facility in your area to compare, since the gap between lowest and highest is substantial enough to matter. Ask about scheduling your MRI during off-peak times (early morning, midweek) in case any facilities offer a discount for those slots.
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 between $1,932 and $5,053 at 9 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $2,778.
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 | $1,943 | $3,239 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 0.0 mi |
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $5,053 | $8,421 | 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 Shoulder without Contrast cost in Chesapeake, VA?
MRI Shoulder without Contrast costs between $1,932 and $5,053 at 9 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The median price is $1,932. The Virginia statewide average is $2,778.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Shoulder 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 →