How Much Does MRI of the Brain Cost in Los Angeles?
The median cash pay price for mri of the brain in Los Angeles is $3,478, with prices ranging from $130 to $18,861 across 114 hospitals. Updated monthly from federal hospital pricing files.
Updated June 2026
MRI of the Brain in Los Angeles typically costs between $130 and $18,861, with a median of $3,478 across 114 hospitals. ProcedureRadar sources this data from federally mandated Machine-Readable Files (45 CFR Part 180). Prices vary by facility type, included services, and case complexity.
Median Price (Cash Pay)
$3,478
Price varies based on facility type, additional services, and your specific case.
$130$18,861
$3,478 median
The price range across 114 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.
These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
The same outpatient procedure can cost several times more at one hospital than another in the same metro, based on cash-discount prices across our dataset. In some cases the spread is 8x or wider, and at the top of the distribution the gap can be far more extreme. We track this across more than 1,100 procedure-and-metro combinations so you can see where the spread is widest before you book.
Hospital Pricing in Los Angeles
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Confidence reflects data completeness and recency of the hospital's published pricing file.
You could save up to $18,731 by comparing MRI of the Brain prices across Los Angeles hospitals.
These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
Common Questions About MRI of the Brain Costs in Los Angeles
About MRI of the Brain Pricing in Los Angeles
Cash pay prices for mri of the brain in the Los Angeles metro area range from $130 to $18,861 based on data from 114 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $3,478. Prices vary based on the type of facility, whether additional services are included, and the complexity of your specific case.
If you're paying out of pocket, call the hospital's billing department and ask for their self-pay or cash discount rate. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate, which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.
Prices shown are sourced from publicly available hospital pricing files required by federal law (45 CFR Part 180). Actual costs may vary based on your insurance plan, specific diagnosis, treatment complexity, and other factors. ProcedureRadar does not provide medical advice. This information is for comparison purposes only. Contact the hospital or your insurance provider for a personalized cost estimate.