Cost of a Brain MRI Visit
in Nebraska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nebraska's healthcare system benefits from Medicaid expansion and a relatively stable provider network, though rural access remains challenging for specialized imaging services. Brain MRI costs in Nebraska typically range from $208 to $793, with a median price of $511 based on negotiated insurance rates across 2,641 active providers statewide. Patients can browse all Brain MRI providers in Nebraska to compare costs and find the most affordable option for their specific insurance plan.
Average
$504
Median
$511
Lowest
$208
Highest
$793
Providers
2,641
5% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does mri brain compare to related procedures in Nebraska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Knee MRI of the knee without contrast | 73721 | $123 | $339 | $504 | 2,645 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $129 | $324 | $477 | 2,648 |
| CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 74177 | $116 | $416 | $753 | 2,223 |
| CT Chest CT scan of the chest with contrast | 71260 | $108 | $214 | $415 | 2,647 |
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.
Why Brain MRI Visit Costs Vary Across Nebraska
Nebraska's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below the national average, benefiting from lower overhead costs and moderate market competition among major insurers. The state's mix of urban centers like Omaha and Lincoln with vast rural areas creates distinct cost and access patterns for specialized imaging services.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Omaha and Lincoln have multiple competing imaging facilities, which helps keep prices competitive, while rural Nebraska counties often have limited options requiring patients to travel to regional centers. This geographic disparity can create both access challenges and cost variations, with rural patients sometimes paying more due to limited provider choice.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient imaging at facilities like Nebraska Medicine or CHI Health typically carries higher overhead costs than independent radiology centers. These academic and health system facilities often charge premium rates but may offer more specialized expertise and newer equipment technology.
Insurance Market Competition in Nebraska
BCBS Nebraska, UHC, and Aetna maintain relatively balanced market share, creating moderate competition that prevents extreme rate variations seen in more monopolized state markets. This competitive balance helps keep negotiated rates reasonable, though rural areas may still see higher costs due to limited provider networks.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nebraska
With 2,641 active Brain MRI providers across Nebraska, the state maintains adequate imaging capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This supply distribution means wait times and costs can vary significantly depending on your location, with rural patients often needing to travel to metropolitan areas for timely access.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — Brain MRI Costs in Nebraska
What is the average cost of a Brain MRI visit in Nebraska without insurance?
Does Nebraska Medicaid cover Brain MRI visits?
How do I find an affordable Brain MRI near me in Nebraska?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Brain MRI visit in Nebraska?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Brain MRI in Nebraska?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 70553)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota Range: $221 – $3,100 | $1,291 |
| 2 | Minnesota Range: $88 – $3,100 | $1,247 |
| 3 | Wisconsin Range: $80 – $2,464 | $975 |
| 4 | Nevada Range: $135 – $1,458 | $698 |
| 5 | Georgia Range: $101 – $1,468 | $653 |
| 6 | Hawaii Range: $88 – $1,014 | $577 |
| 7 | Massachusetts Range: $90 – $1,060 | $567 |
| 8 | Maine Range: $178 – $1,023 | $548 |
| 9 | Wyoming Range: $100 – $1,112 | $537 |
| 10 | Utah Range: $94 – $1,045 | $510 |
| 11 | Nebraska Range: $208 – $793 | $504 |
| 12 | New Mexico Range: $98 – $1,063 | $492 |
| 13 | New Hampshire Range: $129 – $993 | $489 |
| 14 | Washington Range: $100 – $863 | $489 |
| 15 | North Carolina Range: $99 – $988 | $485 |
| 16 | Iowa Range: $95 – $842 | $483 |
| 17 | Colorado Range: $95 – $1,015 | $475 |
| 18 | Indiana Range: $85 – $1,014 | $471 |
| 19 | Louisiana Range: $92 – $766 | $468 |
| 20 | Alaska Range: $97 – $948 | $454 |
| 21 | South Dakota Range: $247 – $552 | $450 |
| 22 | West Virginia Range: $98 – $687 | $446 |
| 23 | Vermont Range: $82 – $983 | $443 |
| 24 | Virginia Range: $76 – $970 | $437 |
| 25 | Michigan Range: $80 – $917 | $430 |
| 26 | Rhode Island Range: $88 – $879 | $429 |
| 27 | Idaho Range: $88 – $793 | $428 |
| 28 | District of Columbia Range: $90 – $879 | $426 |
| 29 | Oregon Range: $103 – $623 | $426 |
| 30 | Illinois Range: $93 – $842 | $417 |
| 31 | New York Range: $82 – $926 | $417 |
| 32 | Tennessee Range: $109 – $823 | $417 |
| 33 | Montana Range: $100 – $590 | $414 |
| 34 | Kansas Range: $107 – $818 | $401 |
| 35 | Kentucky Range: $83 – $842 | $398 |
| 36 | South Carolina Range: $82 – $829 | $390 |
| 37 | Alabama Range: $88 – $811 | $384 |
| 38 | Pennsylvania Range: $57 – $879 | $384 |
| 39 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $817 | $377 |
| 40 | Mississippi Range: $89 – $811 | $376 |
| 41 | New Jersey Range: $63 – $830 | $374 |
| 42 | Ohio Range: $78 – $813 | $373 |
| 43 | Texas Range: $90 – $721 | $355 |
| 44 | Maryland Range: $46 – $737 | $351 |
| 45 | Delaware Range: $98 – $596 | $345 |
| 46 | Missouri Range: $115 – $628 | $342 |
| 47 | Arkansas Range: $104 – $630 | $340 |
| 48 | Connecticut Range: $55 – $777 | $337 |
| 49 | Florida Range: $35 – $811 | $302 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $100 – $550 | $288 |
| 51 | California Range: $55 – $654 | $265 |