MRI of the brain, no contrast dye in Paducah, KY-IL — inpatient
In Paducah, KY-IL, 1 hospital lists a cash price for MRI of the brain, no contrast dye as an inpatient: from $1,648.20 to $1,648.20, with a median of $1,648.20.
Cash prices at 1 facility for code 70551, as an inpatient (admitted to hospital) . Collected Sep 23, 2026; the hospital files themselves were last updated between — and —.
Hospitals, cheapest first
| Hospital | Cash price | List price | Off list | File date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital LLC Paducah, KY HC MRI Brain WO Ctrst | $1,648.20 | $2,747.00 | 40% | — source file |
Inpatient: lowest $1,648.20, median $1,648.20, highest $1,648.20.
As an outpatient, the same code is billed by 2 facilities here, median $2,328.32 — that is the price to compare if you are not being admitted.
What it is
An MRI of the brain uses a strong magnet and radio waves, not X-rays, to make detailed pictures of the brain and brain stem. It is used to look into headaches, seizures, dizziness, numbness or other nerve symptoms. This version is done without contrast dye.
What the price covers
The hospital price usually covers the scan itself. The radiologist's interpretation is often billed separately, and sedation, if needed, is extra.