MRI brain without contrast then with contrast
CPT 70553 • Imaging
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$9
Average
$613
Highest
$3,210
Based on 1,816 negotiated rates from NC hospitals.
About this procedure
An MRI of the brain with and without contrast — the most thorough brain scan, used for headaches with red flags, seizures, or known neurological conditions.
What to expect
45-60 minutes total. You'll get an IV for contrast partway through. Sit still — small head movements blur the images. Tell the tech about any kidney issues; contrast is processed by the kidneys. Plan to be at the facility for 90 minutes door-to-door.
Top hospitals in NC
| Hospital | Rates | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INCORPORATED STATESVILLE, NC | 2 | $9 | $47 | $85 |
| BRYNN MARR HOSPITAL INC JACKSONVILLE, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| UNC LENOIR HEALTH CARE KINSTON, NC | 2 | $87 | $98 | $109 |
| ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC JEFFERSON, NC | 2 | $109 | $109 | $109 |
| FLETCHER HOSPITAL INC. HENDERSONVILLE, NC | 2 | $109 | $109 | $109 |