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Brain MRI Cost in New Jersey

33 hospitals in New Jersey report pricing for brain mri. The average cash price is $2,969.

Hospitals

33

in New Jersey

Average List Price

$6,750

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$2,969

56% below list price

Price Range

$1,824 – $25,214

13.8x spread

MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE costs an average of $2,969 (cash/self-pay price) in New Jersey, based on data from 33 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $1,824 to $25,214 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

Hospital Prices in New Jersey

Sorted by lowest cash price
CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,399

Cash Price

$390-93%

Negotiated Range

$390$1,677

THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

NEWARK, NJ · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

$10,028

Cash Price

$477-95%

Negotiated Range

$414$9,526

SAINT MICHAEL'S MEDICAL CENTER

NEWARK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,117

Cash Price

$520-90%

Negotiated Range

$321$4,093

SAINT CLARE'S HOSPITAL/ DENVILLE CAMPUS

DENVILLE, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$1,847

Cash Price

$538-71%

Negotiated Range

$332$1,570

ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL

PASSAIC, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$5,117

Cash Price

$546-89%

Negotiated Range

$336$4,349

WEST JERSEY HOSPITAL

VOORHEES, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$12,368

Cash Price

$1,237-90%

Negotiated Range

$375$5,085

VIRTUA OUR LADY OF LOURDES HOSPITAL

CAMDEN, NJ · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

$12,368

Cash Price

$1,237-90%

Negotiated Range

$375$5,085

VIRTUA MOUNT HOLLY HOSPITAL

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$12,368

Cash Price

$1,237-90%

Negotiated Range

$375$5,085

VIRTUA WILLINGBORO HOSPITAL

WILLINGBORO, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$12,368

Cash Price

$1,237-90%

Negotiated Range

$375$5,085

SAINT PETER'S UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$9,866

Cash Price

$1,480-85%

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER MULLICA HILL

ELMER, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,031

Cash Price

$1,623-20%

Negotiated Range

$395$1,719

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER VINELAND

VINELAND, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,031

Cash Price

$1,623-20%

Negotiated Range

$358$1,719

ST LUKE'S WARREN HOSPITAL

PHILLIPSBURG, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,824

Cash Price

$1,642-10%

Negotiated Range

$192$912

ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC

PATERSON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$3,413

Cash Price

$3,413

Negotiated Range

$86$3,413

DEBORAH HEART AND LUNG CENTER

BROWNS MILLS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,451

Cash Price

$3,451

Negotiated Range

$376$376

COOPER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

CAMDEN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,615

Cash Price

$4,615

Negotiated Range

$602$2,401

CAPITAL HEALTH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

TRENTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$25,214

Cash Price

$25,214

Negotiated Range

$390$21,432

CLARA MAASS MEDICAL CENTER

BELLEVILLE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,534

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$544$5,442

CHILDREN'S SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,534

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$544$5,442

COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER

TOMS RIVER, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$3,556

MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER

LONG BRANCH, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$414$3,556

COOPERMAN BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER

LIVINGSTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$414$3,989

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL - SOMERSET

SOMERVILLE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$4,694

JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER

JERSEY CITY, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$414$3,989

NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER

NEWARK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$414$3,556

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AT HAMILTON

HAMILTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$3,556

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AT RAHWAY

RAHWAY, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$3,556

TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ELIZABETH, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$10,417

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,927

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$414$3,556

ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

ENGLEWOOD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$409$2,100

HUNTERDON MEDICAL CENTER

FLEMINGTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$121$2,855

CAREWELL HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

EAST ORANGE, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$114$1,181

JEFFERSON STRATFORD HOSPITAL

STRATFORD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$350$2,836

Brain MRI Cost in Other States

What Affects MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE Cost in New Jersey

Hospital charges for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye in New Jersey vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

When comparing mri brain stem w/o & w/dye prices, the facility type matters enormously. Independent imaging centers in New Jersey frequently offer cash prices well below hospital rates because they operate with lower overhead and no hospital facility fee.

Based on data from 33 hospitals in New Jersey, mri brain stem w/o & w/dye prices range from $1,824 to $25,214 — a 13.8x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.

Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in New Jersey

When choosing where to get your mri brain stem w/o & w/dye in New Jersey, you'll typically encounter two provider types: hospital outpatient imaging departments and freestanding imaging centers.

Hospital-based departments are convenient if you need additional services or have a complex medical situation. However, they commonly add a facility fee that can double the total cost. Independent imaging centers use the same FDA-approved equipment and employ board-certified radiologists, often at 50–70% lower prices.

If your doctor hasn't specified a particular facility, asking about independent centers in New Jersey could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your mri brain stem w/o & w/dye.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in New Jersey

If you're paying out of pocket for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye in New Jersey, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In New Jersey, the average cash price for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye is $2,969, which is 56% lower than the average list price of $6,750. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brain MRI Cost in New Jersey

How much does MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE cost in New Jersey?
The average cash price for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye in New Jersey is $2,969. Prices range from $1,824 to $25,214 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE prices vary so much in New Jersey?
Hospital prices for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye in New Jersey differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.
Can I get a cheaper MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE by paying cash?
Yes. In New Jersey, the average cash price for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye is $2,969, which is 56% below the average list price of $6,750. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE in New Jersey?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in New Jersey offers the lowest cash price for mri brain stem w/o & w/dye. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover MRI BRAIN STEM W/O & W/DYE?
Most health insurance plans cover mri brain stem w/o & w/dye when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

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Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.