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Livermore, California

Cost of a Brain MRI Visit
in Livermore

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Livermore's healthcare market shows limited Brain MRI provider availability, with no active practitioners currently operating in the city. Patients in Livermore pay between $80 and $461 for a Brain MRI visit, with a median cost of $80 based on negotiated insurance rates. The provider network includes 0 active providers, consisting of 0 individual practitioners and 0 group practices.

Cost Summary for Brain MRI in Livermore

Low Estimate

$80

Median

$80

High Estimate

$461

Providers

10

National avg: $478Livermore: $80

83% below national average

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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 70553MRI 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.

Brain MRI Visit Costs by City in California2026

Brain MRI visit costs across cities in California
CityMin CostMedian CostMax 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$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 (this city)$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.

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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 Livermore

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

Without insurance, Brain MRI visits in Livermore range from $80 to $461, with a median cost of $80. These rates reflect negotiated insurance prices, though self-pay patients may encounter different pricing structures. The actual cost depends on the complexity of your consultation and specific provider.

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

Based on available data, established patient follow-up visits in Livermore cost between $80 and $461. New patient consultations typically cost more than follow-ups, though specific pricing for new patient Brain MRI visits is not available in current data. The complexity of your case affects the final billing code used.

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

Livermore's median Brain MRI cost of $80 is actually lower than most nearby cities. San Francisco shows median costs of $227, while Fresno averages $280 per visit. However, with limited local providers, patients may need to travel to access these regional options.

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

With 0 active Brain MRI providers currently in Livermore, finding local options requires looking at nearby cities. Focus on providers who accept your insurance and have transparent pricing within the $80 to $461 range. Patient reviews and board certifications help identify quality care options.

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

With insurance, your out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan's copay, deductible, and coinsurance structure. Insurance companies have negotiated rates ranging from $80 to $461 for Brain MRI visits in the Livermore area. Contact your insurer to understand your specific benefits and coverage levels.

How many Brain MRIs are currently practicing in Livermore?

Currently, there are 0 active Brain MRI providers practicing in Livermore, including both individual practitioners and group practices. This limited availability means patients often seek care in nearby Bay Area cities. The regional market shows more provider options in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
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