MRI COSTS
Clear, Simple, and Easy on Your Wallet

At Vermont Open MRI, we strive to make your imaging experience straightforward—especially when it comes to understanding your MRI cost.

When you choose us, you’ll be provided clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees or unexpected charges.

Plus, you can save up to 75% compared to hospital rates.

MRI Costs

$1,099 for non-contrast MRIs

$1,799 for MRIs requiring contrast

Using insurance? Your out-of-pocket costs may be even less.

These prices include the scan and the radiologist’s expert interpretation—there are no separate charges.

We accept most major insurance

Navigating insurance for an MRI can be tricky, so we do our best to keep it simple. Vermont Open MRI participates in most local and national insurance networks.

Plans we see most often:

Aetna
Anthem BCBS
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont Blue Cross Blue Shield out of area plans CBA Cigna Green Mountain Care/Vermont Medicaid Medicare MVP Vermont Blue Advantage Workers Compensation Claims

Don’t see your plan listed? Call us at 802-863-1249

There’s a good chance we may still accept it and we’ll gladly check our network participation. If we are not in network with your plan, we are happy to explain our self-pay options which are the lowest in our region.

See how you save

The following two examples highlight potential MRI out-of-pocket costs based on different insurance plans.

Actual costs will vary depending on your coverage. For an accurate estimate, call us with your insurance details.

MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast
CPT 72148 Cigna plan

Retail Price: $1,099

Contracted Adjustment: -$109

Contracted Rate: $990

Unmet Deductible: $300

Co-insurance (20%): +$138

Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $438

MRI of the knee with and without contrast
CPT 73723 MVP plan

Retail Price: $1,799

Contracted Adjustment: -$224

Contracted Rate: $1575

Unmet Deductible: $500

Co-insurance (30%): +$472.50

Total Out-of-Pocket Cost: $972.50

Payment Options

We make paying for your MRI simple and convenient.

With Insurance

You may owe an MRI copay at the time of your appointment. We’ll then bill your insurance and send you a statement for any remaining balance based on your coverage.

Without Insurance

If you’re paying the MRI cost without insurance, payment is due in full at the time of service.

We Accept:

Credit & debit cards
Cash
Apple Pay
Google Pay

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Whether you’re insured of paying out-of-pocket ,Vermont Open MRI is committed to making your MRI experience clear, simple, and affordable.