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Brain MRI Cost in Wisconsin

Last updated: May 2026

Brain MRI costs an average of $2,998 (cash/self-pay price) in Wisconsin, based on data from 81 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $22 to $8,055 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

81 hospitals in Wisconsin report pricing for brain mri. The average cash price is $2,998.

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Hospitals

in Wisconsin

Average List Price

$4,496

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$2,998

33% below list price

Price Range

$22 – $8,055

366.1x spread

Hospital Prices in Wisconsin

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
ASPIRUS EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	EAGLE RIVER	$22	$14-35%	—	—
ASPIRUS WAUSAU HOSPITAL Proprietary	WAUSAU	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS MEDFORD HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	MEDFORD	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS DIVINE SAVIOR HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PORTAGE	$22	$14-35%	—	—
HOWARD YOUNG MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	WOODRUFF	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS STEVENS POINT HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC. Voluntary non-profit - Church	STEVENS POINT	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS RHINELANDER HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	RHINELANDER	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
LANGLADE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	ANTIGO	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS RIVERVIEW HOSPITAL & CLINICS INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	WISCONSIN RAPIDS	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS TOMAHAWK HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	TOMAHAWK	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ASPIRUS STANLEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	STANLEY	$22	$14-35%	—	0.1/10
ST CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	SAINT CROIX FALLS	$382	$210-45%	$99 – $382	0.1/10
BELLIN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	GREEN BAY	$1,466	$953-35%	$378 – $1,319	0.1/10
BELLIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GREEN BAY	$1,466	$953-35%	$339 – $1,974	0.1/10
BELLIN HEALTH OCONTO HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	OCONTO	$1,466	$953-35%	$498 – $4,144	0.1/10
ASCENSION NE WISCONSIN - ST ELIZABETH CAMPUS Voluntary non-profit - Private	APPLETON	$2,056	$1,172-43%	$115 – $1,337	0.1/10
MIDWEST ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY HOSPITAL Physician	FRANKLIN	$2,692	$1,427-47%	$347 – $2,100	0.1/10
ASCENSION ALL SAINTS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	RACINE	$2,692	$1,427-47%	$363 – $2,100	0.1/10
ASCENSION SE WISCONSIN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	MILWAUKEE	$2,692	$1,427-47%	$347 – $2,100	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MILWAUKEE	$2,692	$1,427-47%	$347 – $2,100	0.1/10
HUDSON HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	HUDSON	$3,541	$1,597-55%	$608 – $3,541	0.1/10
BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM Voluntary non-profit - Private	BELOIT	$6,385	$1,916-70%	$210 – $6,636	0.1/10
GUNDERSEN MOUNDVIEW HOSPITAL AND CLINICS Voluntary non-profit - Private	FRIENDSHIP	$4,187	$2,148-49%	$174 – $5,593	0.1/10
FORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	FORT ATKINSON	$7,121	$2,279-68%	$97 – $6,694	0.1/10
RIVER FALLS AREA HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	RIVER FALLS	$4,125	$2,310-44%	$332 – $4,125	0.1/10
HOLY FAMILY MEMORIAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	MANITOWOC	$4,500	$2,475-45%	$340 – $3,960	0.1/10
FROEDTERT COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEW BERLIN	$4,500	$2,475-45%	$351 – $3,960	0.1/10
GUNDERSEN ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS Voluntary non-profit - Private	HILLSBORO	$4,811	$2,795-42%	$174 – $6,470	0.1/10
ST VINCENT HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	GREEN BAY	$4,330	$2,858-34%	$136 – $4,330	0.1/10
ST MARYS HOSPITAL SUPERIOR Voluntary non-profit - Private	SUPERIOR	$3,926	$2,901-26%	$357 – $3,553	0.1/10
WATERTOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WATERTOWN	$6,035	$3,018-50%	—	0.1/10
ASCENSION COLUMBIA ST MARYS HOSPITAL MILWAUKEE Voluntary non-profit - Church	MILWAUKEE	$5,740	$3,042-47%	$180 – $1,220	0.1/10
AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC Voluntary non-profit - Private	AMERY	$5,932	$3,093-48%	$608 – $5,752	0.1/10
UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MERITER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MADISON	$3,962	$3,170-20%	$101 – $3,764	0.1/10
OAKLEAF SURGICAL HOSPITAL Physician	ALTOONA	$3,624	$3,262-10%	$346 – $3,220	0.1/10
AURORA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BURLINGTON Voluntary non-profit - Private	BURLINGTON	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA BAYCARE MEDICAL CTR Proprietary	GREEN BAY	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA ST LUKES MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MILWAUKEE	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER BAY AREA Voluntary non-profit - Private	MARINETTE	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,524	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER SHEBOYGAN COUNTY Voluntary non-profit - Private	SHEBOYGAN	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER - SUMMIT Voluntary non-profit - Private	SUMMIT	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	GRAFTON	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
WEST ALLIS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WEST ALLIS	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $60,229	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CTR WASHINGTON COUNTY Voluntary non-profit - Private	HARTFORD	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
AURORA MEDICAL CENTER KENOSHA Voluntary non-profit - Private	KENOSHA	$6,530	$3,265-50%	$650 – $5,551	0.1/10
UPLAND HILLS HEALTH Voluntary non-profit - Private	DODGEVILLE	$6,070	$3,278-46%	$101 – $5,463	0.1/10
REEDSBURG AREA MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	REEDSBURG	$4,390	$3,293-25%	$1,078 – $3,951	0.1/10
SAUK PRAIRIE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PRAIRIE DU SAC	$6,047	$3,307-45%	$84 – $5,744	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - LADYSMITH Government - Hospital District or Authority	LADYSMITH	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$17 – $3,409	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - RICE LAKE Voluntary non-profit - Private	RICE LAKE	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$1,487 – $3,430	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - MINOCQUA Voluntary non-profit - Private	MINOCQUA	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$1,487 – $3,395	0.1/10
FLAMBEAU HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PARK FALLS	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$1,487 – $3,395	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - RIVER REGION Voluntary non-profit - Private	STEVENS POINT	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$1,487 – $3,395	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - WESTON Voluntary non-profit - Private	WESTON	$3,500	$3,325-5%	$1,487 – $3,395	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	MARSHFIELD	$3,686	$3,502-5%	$1,498 – $3,575	0.1/10
COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MENOMONEE FALLS	$6,461	$3,554-45%	$347 – $5,815	0.1/10
ST JOSEPHS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WEST BEND Voluntary non-profit - Private	WEST BEND	$6,461	$3,554-45%	$347 – $6,138	0.1/10
GUNDERSEN TRI-COUNTY HOSPITAL & CLINICS Voluntary non-profit - Private	WHITEHALL	$5,934	$3,566-40%	$174 – $5,697	0.1/10
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF WISCONSIN Voluntary non-profit - Other	MILWAUKEE	$6,521	$3,587-45%	$4,565 – $6,195	0.1/10
FROEDTERT SOUTH INC. Government - Local	KENOSHA	$4,958	$3,719-25%	$135 – $4,958	0.1/10
RICHLAND HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	RICHLAND CENTER	$4,724	$3,779-20%	$104 – $4,488	0.1/10
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LAFAYETTE COUNTY Voluntary non-profit - Other	DARLINGTON	$4,893	$3,914-20%	$117 – $4,694	0.1/10
SOUTHWEST HEALTH CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	PLATTEVILLE	$5,261	$3,946-25%	$1,578 – $5,261	0.1/10
ST NICHOLAS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	SHEBOYGAN	$5,501	$3,961-28%	$1,290 – $5,501	0.1/10
UNIVERSITY OF WI HOSPITALS & CLINICS AUTHORITY Government - Hospital District or Authority	MADISON	$6,798	$4,079-40%	$356 – $6,458	0.1/10
FROEDTERT MEMORIAL LUTHERAN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MILWAUKEE	$7,428	$4,085-45%	$363 – $6,425	0.1/10
COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	COLUMBUS	$7,522	$4,137-45%	$356 – $6,995	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - BEAVER DAM (MMC-BD) Voluntary non-profit - Private	BEAVER DAM	$4,522	$4,296-5%	$1,033 – $4,341	0.1/10
MERCY HEALTH SYSTEM CORP Voluntary non-profit - Private	JANESVILLE	$6,505	$4,879-25%	—	0.1/10
INDIANHEAD MEDICAL CTR Proprietary	SHELL LAKE	$6,300	$5,040-20%	—	0.1/10
BLACK RIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	BLACK RIVER FALLS	$6,243	$5,619-10%	$8 – $6,181	0.1/10
MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - NEILLSVILLE Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEILLSVILLE	$6,059	$5,756-5%	$30 – $5,901	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM OAKRIDGE Voluntary non-profit - Other	OSSEO	$7,880	$7,092-10%	$101 – $7,880	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-RED CEDAR INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	MENOMONIE	$7,880	$7,092-10%	$83 – $7,880	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	EAU CLAIRE	$7,880	$7,092-10%	$101 – $7,880	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-NORTHLAND Voluntary non-profit - Private	BARRON	$7,880	$7,092-10%	$83 – $7,880	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM CHIPPEWA VALLEY Voluntary non-profit - Private	BLOOMER	$7,880	$7,092-10%	$83 – $7,880	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-FRANCISCAN MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	LA CROSSE	$8,055	$7,250-10%	$83 – $8,055	0.1/10
MAYO CLINIC HLTH SYSTM FRANCISCAN HLTHCARE SPARTA Voluntary non-profit - Church	SPARTA	$8,055	$7,250-10%	$83 – $7,894	0.1/10
WESTERN WISCONSIN HEALTH Voluntary non-profit - Private	BALDWIN	$5,006	N/A	$839 – $4,606	0.1/10
MILE BLUFF MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MAUSTON	N/A	N/A	$339 – $4,049	0.1/10

ASPIRUS EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL

EAGLE RIVER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

—

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS WAUSAU HOSPITAL

WAUSAU, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS MEDFORD HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC

MEDFORD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS DIVINE SAVIOR HOSPITAL

PORTAGE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

—

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

HOWARD YOUNG MEDICAL CENTER

WOODRUFF, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS STEVENS POINT HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC.

STEVENS POINT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS RHINELANDER HOSPITAL

RHINELANDER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

LANGLADE HOSPITAL

ANTIGO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS RIVERVIEW HOSPITAL & CLINICS INC

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS TOMAHAWK HOSPITAL

TOMAHAWK, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ASPIRUS STANLEY HOSPITAL

STANLEY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22

Cash Price

$14-35%

ST CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

SAINT CROIX FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$382

Cash Price

$210-45%

Negotiated Range

$99 – $382

BELLIN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$1,466

Cash Price

$953-35%

Negotiated Range

$378 – $1,319

BELLIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,466

Cash Price

$953-35%

Negotiated Range

$339 – $1,974

BELLIN HEALTH OCONTO HOSPITAL

OCONTO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,466

Cash Price

$953-35%

Negotiated Range

$498 – $4,144

ASCENSION NE WISCONSIN - ST ELIZABETH CAMPUS

APPLETON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,056

Cash Price

$1,172-43%

Negotiated Range

$115 – $1,337

MIDWEST ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

FRANKLIN, WI · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$2,692

Cash Price

$1,427-47%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $2,100

ASCENSION ALL SAINTS HOSPITAL

RACINE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$2,692

Cash Price

$1,427-47%

Negotiated Range

$363 – $2,100

ASCENSION SE WISCONSIN HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$2,692

Cash Price

$1,427-47%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $2,100

ASCENSION ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,692

Cash Price

$1,427-47%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $2,100

HUDSON HOSPITAL

HUDSON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,541

Cash Price

$1,597-55%

Negotiated Range

$608 – $3,541

BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM

BELOIT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,385

Cash Price

$1,916-70%

Negotiated Range

$210 – $6,636

GUNDERSEN MOUNDVIEW HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

FRIENDSHIP, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,187

Cash Price

$2,148-49%

Negotiated Range

$174 – $5,593

FORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

FORT ATKINSON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,121

Cash Price

$2,279-68%

Negotiated Range

$97 – $6,694

RIVER FALLS AREA HOSPITAL

RIVER FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,125

Cash Price

$2,310-44%

Negotiated Range

$332 – $4,125

HOLY FAMILY MEMORIAL

MANITOWOC, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$4,500

Cash Price

$2,475-45%

Negotiated Range

$340 – $3,960

FROEDTERT COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

NEW BERLIN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,500

Cash Price

$2,475-45%

Negotiated Range

$351 – $3,960

GUNDERSEN ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

HILLSBORO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,811

Cash Price

$2,795-42%

Negotiated Range

$174 – $6,470

ST VINCENT HOSPITAL

GREEN BAY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$4,330

Cash Price

$2,858-34%

Negotiated Range

$136 – $4,330

ST MARYS HOSPITAL SUPERIOR

SUPERIOR, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,926

Cash Price

$2,901-26%

Negotiated Range

$357 – $3,553

WATERTOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WATERTOWN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,035

Cash Price

$3,018-50%

ASCENSION COLUMBIA ST MARYS HOSPITAL MILWAUKEE

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$5,740

Cash Price

$3,042-47%

Negotiated Range

$180 – $1,220

AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC

AMERY, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,932

Cash Price

$3,093-48%

Negotiated Range

$608 – $5,752

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MERITER

MADISON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,962

Cash Price

$3,170-20%

Negotiated Range

$101 – $3,764

OAKLEAF SURGICAL HOSPITAL

ALTOONA, WI · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$3,624

Cash Price

$3,262-10%

Negotiated Range

$346 – $3,220

AURORA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BURLINGTON

BURLINGTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA BAYCARE MEDICAL CTR

GREEN BAY, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA ST LUKES MEDICAL CENTER

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER BAY AREA

MARINETTE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,524

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER SHEBOYGAN COUNTY

SHEBOYGAN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER - SUMMIT

SUMMIT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER

GRAFTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

WEST ALLIS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WEST ALLIS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $60,229

AURORA MEDICAL CTR WASHINGTON COUNTY

HARTFORD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

AURORA MEDICAL CENTER KENOSHA

KENOSHA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,530

Cash Price

$3,265-50%

Negotiated Range

$650 – $5,551

UPLAND HILLS HEALTH

DODGEVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,070

Cash Price

$3,278-46%

Negotiated Range

$101 – $5,463

REEDSBURG AREA MEDICAL CENTER

REEDSBURG, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,390

Cash Price

$3,293-25%

Negotiated Range

$1,078 – $3,951

SAUK PRAIRIE HOSPITAL

PRAIRIE DU SAC, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,047

Cash Price

$3,307-45%

Negotiated Range

$84 – $5,744

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - LADYSMITH

LADYSMITH, WI · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$17 – $3,409

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - RICE LAKE

RICE LAKE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,487 – $3,430

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - MINOCQUA

MINOCQUA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,487 – $3,395

FLAMBEAU HOSPITAL

PARK FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,487 – $3,395

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - RIVER REGION

STEVENS POINT, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,487 – $3,395

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - WESTON

WESTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$3,325-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,487 – $3,395

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER

MARSHFIELD, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$3,686

Cash Price

$3,502-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,498 – $3,575

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

MENOMONEE FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,461

Cash Price

$3,554-45%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $5,815

ST JOSEPHS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WEST BEND

WEST BEND, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,461

Cash Price

$3,554-45%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $6,138

GUNDERSEN TRI-COUNTY HOSPITAL & CLINICS

WHITEHALL, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,934

Cash Price

$3,566-40%

Negotiated Range

$174 – $5,697

CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF WISCONSIN

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$6,521

Cash Price

$3,587-45%

Negotiated Range

$4,565 – $6,195

FROEDTERT SOUTH INC.

KENOSHA, WI · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$4,958

Cash Price

$3,719-25%

Negotiated Range

$135 – $4,958

RICHLAND HOSPITAL

RICHLAND CENTER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,724

Cash Price

$3,779-20%

Negotiated Range

$104 – $4,488

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF LAFAYETTE COUNTY

DARLINGTON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$4,893

Cash Price

$3,914-20%

Negotiated Range

$117 – $4,694

SOUTHWEST HEALTH CENTER

PLATTEVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,261

Cash Price

$3,946-25%

Negotiated Range

$1,578 – $5,261

ST NICHOLAS HOSPITAL

SHEBOYGAN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,501

Cash Price

$3,961-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,290 – $5,501

UNIVERSITY OF WI HOSPITALS & CLINICS AUTHORITY

MADISON, WI · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$6,798

Cash Price

$4,079-40%

Negotiated Range

$356 – $6,458

FROEDTERT MEMORIAL LUTHERAN HOSPITAL

MILWAUKEE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,428

Cash Price

$4,085-45%

Negotiated Range

$363 – $6,425

COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

COLUMBUS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,522

Cash Price

$4,137-45%

Negotiated Range

$356 – $6,995

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - BEAVER DAM (MMC-BD)

BEAVER DAM, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,522

Cash Price

$4,296-5%

Negotiated Range

$1,033 – $4,341

MERCY HEALTH SYSTEM CORP

JANESVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,505

Cash Price

$4,879-25%

INDIANHEAD MEDICAL CTR

SHELL LAKE, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$6,300

Cash Price

$5,040-20%

BLACK RIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,243

Cash Price

$5,619-10%

Negotiated Range

$8 – $6,181

MARSHFIELD MEDICAL CENTER - NEILLSVILLE

NEILLSVILLE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,059

Cash Price

$5,756-5%

Negotiated Range

$30 – $5,901

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM OAKRIDGE

OSSEO, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$7,880

Cash Price

$7,092-10%

Negotiated Range

$101 – $7,880

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-RED CEDAR INC

MENOMONIE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,880

Cash Price

$7,092-10%

Negotiated Range

$83 – $7,880

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EAU CLAIRE HOSPITAL

EAU CLAIRE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,880

Cash Price

$7,092-10%

Negotiated Range

$101 – $7,880

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-NORTHLAND

BARRON, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,880

Cash Price

$7,092-10%

Negotiated Range

$83 – $7,880

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM CHIPPEWA VALLEY

BLOOMER, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,880

Cash Price

$7,092-10%

Negotiated Range

$83 – $7,880

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-FRANCISCAN MEDICAL CENTER INC

LA CROSSE, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$8,055

Cash Price

$7,250-10%

Negotiated Range

$83 – $8,055

MAYO CLINIC HLTH SYSTM FRANCISCAN HLTHCARE SPARTA

SPARTA, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$8,055

Cash Price

$7,250-10%

Negotiated Range

$83 – $7,894

WESTERN WISCONSIN HEALTH

BALDWIN, WI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,006

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$839 – $4,606

MILE BLUFF MEDICAL CENTER

MAUSTON, WI · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$339 – $4,049

Brain MRI Cost by City in Wisconsin

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What Affects Brain MRI Cost in Wisconsin

Hospital charges for brain mri in Wisconsin vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

When comparing brain mri prices, the facility type matters enormously. Independent imaging centers in Wisconsin frequently offer cash prices well below hospital rates because they operate with lower overhead and no hospital facility fee.

Based on data from 81 hospitals in Wisconsin, brain mri prices range from $22 to $8,055 — a 366.1x 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 Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, brain mri is available at both hospital outpatient departments and independent imaging centers. The price difference between these settings is often the single largest factor in your total bill.

Hospital outpatient departments include a facility fee that independent centers don't charge. This fee alone can add $200–$1,500+ to the cost of a brain mri. The clinical quality of the scan is generally comparable between settings when performed by qualified technologists.

Before scheduling, ask your referring physician whether an independent center is appropriate for your clinical situation. For routine diagnostic imaging, many patients achieve significant savings at freestanding centers.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Wisconsin

Self-pay patients in Wisconsin often have access to significantly discounted rates for brain mri. Under federal price transparency rules (45 CFR § 180.50), hospitals must publish their discounted cash prices alongside standard charges.

In Wisconsin, the average cash price for brain mri is $2,998, which is 33% lower than the average list price of $4,496. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brain MRI Cost in Wisconsin

How much does Brain MRI cost in Wisconsin?▼

The average cash price for brain mri in Wisconsin is $2,998. Prices range from $22 to $8,055 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Brain MRI prices vary so much in Wisconsin?▼

Hospital prices for brain mri in Wisconsin 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 Brain MRI by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Wisconsin, the average cash price for brain mri is $2,998, which is 33% below the average list price of $4,496. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Brain MRI in Wisconsin?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Wisconsin offers the lowest cash price for brain mri. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.

Does insurance cover Brain MRI?▼

Most health insurance plans cover brain mri 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.