Fremont, California

Cost of a Brain MRI Visit
in Fremont

Name: MRI Brain Cost in Fremont, CA (2026)
Creator: Jayant Panwar
Published: 2026-03-24

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Fremont's healthcare market serves a diverse population of over 230,000 residents with access to major health systems including Kaiser Permanente and Washington Hospital Healthcare System. Patients in Fremont pay between $80 and $552 for a Brain MRI visit, with a median cost of $80. Current data shows 0 active providers in the immediate area (0 individual practitioners, 0 group practices).

Low Estimate

$80

Median

$80

High Estimate

$552

Providers

National avg: $478Fremont: $80

83% below national average

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MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast	72148	$72	$96	$470	6,585
CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast	74177	$70	$85	$672	15,496
CT Chest CT scan of the chest with contrast	71260	$25	$85	$521	10,242

Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.

The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 70553 — MRI brain without contrast, then with contrast). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.

Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.

This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.

Where this data comes from & what CPT 70553 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 70553 (MRI brain without contrast, then with contrast), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 70553 covers: the provider's professional fee for mri brain. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

How to read this data

Negotiated Rate

The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.

P5, Median, P95

P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.

What this does not tell you

These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.

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Is It Cheaper to See a Brain MRI Near Fremont?

Fremont offers competitive Brain MRI costs compared to nearby Bay Area cities, with a median of $80 that matches Sunnyvale's pricing just 12.7 miles away. San Jose, located 15.6 miles south, has significantly higher costs at a median of $173, representing a $93 premium over Fremont rates. Oakland, 23.5 miles north, shows even higher costs at a median of $208, making Fremont one of the more affordable options in the region.

Cost comparison with nearby cities
City	Median Cost	vs. Fremont	Providers
Fremont (this city)	$80	—	26
Sunnyvale12.7 mi away	$80	$0	15
San Jose15.6 mi away	$173	+$93	230
Oakland23.5 mi away	$208	+$128	53

Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus Fremont median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.

Brain MRI Visit Costs by City in California — 2026

Brain MRI visit costs across cities in California
City	Min Cost	Median Cost	Max Cost
Roseville	$80	$552	$639
Arcadia	$80	$439	$2,737
South Lake Tahoe	$178	$376	$1,298
Pomona	$80	$291	$1,101
Fresno	$69	$280	$2,532
La Jolla	$80	$272	$823
Turlock	$80	$243	$839
San Leandro	$58	$240	$739
San Francisco	$80	$227	$751
Loma Linda	$73	$227	$751
Glendale	$86	$215	$672
Rancho Mirage	$80	$215	$1,898
Santa Rosa	$80	$210	$649
Oakland	$60	$208	$842
San Diego	$73	$193	$1,045
Thousand Oaks	$85	$187	$556
San Jose	$80	$173	$329
Los Gatos	$80	$173	$717
Santa Clara	$80	$173	$597
Campbell	$80	$173	$552
Milpitas	$126	$173	$173
Morgan Hill	$80	$173	$390
Ventura	$85	$135	$443
Bakersfield	$70	$123	$585
Tustin	$25	$121	$870
Northridge	$76	$121	$470
Redondo Beach	$83	$117	$552
San Mateo	$80	$114	$862
San Luis Obispo	$80	$111	$571
Pleasanton	$80	$104	$552
Los Altos	$80	$103	$751
Riverside	$25	$100	$1,051
Pasadena	$80	$95	$606
West Hollywood	$90	$90	$420
Beverly Hills	$85	$90	$456
Marina Del Rey	$85	$90	$387
Tarzana	$85	$90	$90
Duarte	$25	$90	$918
Culver City	$82	$90	$482
Woodland Hills	$85	$90	$989
Santa Barbara	$73	$88	$654
Anaheim	$25	$88	$552
Los Angeles	$80	$85	$539
Santa Monica	$85	$85	$531
Torrance	$80	$85	$552
Burbank	$85	$85	$213
Encino	$85	$85	$552
Valencia	$85	$85	$506
Van Nuys	$80	$85	$759
Westlake Village	$85	$85	$198
Mission Viejo	$25	$85	$494
Sylmar	$52	$85	$596
West Hills	$81	$85	$732
Porter Ranch	$77	$85	$85
Simi Valley	$81	$85	$828
Manhattan Beach	$85	$85	$435
Whittier	$35	$85	$552
Calabasas	$80	$85	$85
Los Alamitos	$25	$85	$467
Santa Clarita	$83	$85	$90
Sherman Oaks	$83	$85	$1,731
Stanford	$80	$80	$315
Palo Alto	$80	$80	$171
Irvine	$25	$80	$500
Modesto	$80	$80	$147
Mountain View	$80	$80	$552
Newport Beach	$25	$80	$634
Long Beach	$25	$80	$806
Palm Springs	$25	$80	$85
Redwood City	$80	$80	$377
Menlo Park	$80	$80	$303
Santa Ana	$25	$80	$147
Fremont (this city)	$80	$80	$552
Fountain Valley	$25	$80	$299
Fullerton	$25	$80	$572
Salinas	$80	$80	$755
Yorba Linda	$25	$80	$90
Sunnyvale	$80	$80	$173
Burlingame	$80	$80	$84
Emeryville	$80	$80	$80
Livermore	$80	$80	$461
Laguna Hills	$25	$60	$441
Costa Mesa	$25	$52	$80

Costs reflect self-pay estimates based on insurer-negotiated rates. Insured patients may pay significantly less depending on plan type, deductible status, and network tier.

Jayant Panwar

CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA

Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.

The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Brain MRI Costs in Fremont

What is the average cost of a Brain MRI visit in Fremont without insurance?

Without insurance, Brain MRI visits in Fremont range from $80 to $552, with a median cost of $80. This represents the negotiated rates that insurance companies pay providers, which often serve as a baseline for self-pay pricing discussions. The wide range reflects differences in visit complexity and provider pricing structures.

How much more does a new patient consultation cost compared to a follow-up in Fremont?

Follow-up visits for established patients (CPT 99214) in Fremont cost a median of $80, while specific pricing data for new patient consultations is not currently available in our dataset. New patient visits typically cost 20-40% more than follow-up appointments due to the additional time required for initial evaluations and medical history reviews.

Are there lower-cost Brain MRI options in cities near Fremont?

Fremont offers competitive pricing compared to nearby cities, with costs matching Sunnyvale at $80 median. San Jose costs significantly more at $173 median, while Oakland reaches $208 median. Fremont appears to be among the most affordable options in the Bay Area for Brain MRI services.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Brain MRI in Fremont?

With 0 providers currently listed directly in Fremont, patients typically seek care from specialists in nearby Bay Area cities. Focus on providers who offer transparent pricing within the $80-$552 range and accept your insurance plan. Patient reviews and board certifications help identify quality providers who balance affordability with excellent care.

What should I expect to pay for a Brain MRI visit in Fremont with insurance?

With insurance, your out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan's copay, deductible, and coinsurance structure. The negotiated rates range from $80 to $552 in Fremont, with a median of $80. Most patients pay a fraction of these amounts through their insurance benefits, typically ranging from $20-$100 depending on their plan.

How many Brain MRIs are currently practicing in Fremont?

Current data shows 0 Brain MRI providers listed directly in Fremont. However, patients in Fremont have access to specialists in nearby cities like Sunnyvale, San Jose, and Oakland. The broader Bay Area maintains a robust network of qualified providers who serve Fremont residents.

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