Costs for Radiology Exams (XRay/CT/MRI) vary a lot and you can save a lot of money by shopping around. Use the following tips to help you save money. Find the actual cost of XRay/CT/MRI charged by different providers before you schedule the exam.
- If the exam is not an emergency, you can shop around to the best price. Ask your doctor if it is an emergency!
- In general, hospital – based facilities cost more than out-patient facilities
- There are a lot of facilities providing the same service in most areas so you can shop around.
- If you have insurance, go to the website of your insurance and search for “cost estimator” to get the best price information. You can call the 800 number also.
- If you are uninsured or are paying with cash, use this healthcost link. Healthcost gives you an idea what different providers charge for a procedure in you local area.This is a really good website which gives you information about healthcare costs or different procedures in your area.
- Another place to get an idea of a fair price of the procedure in your area by Healthcare BlueBook.
- If you are uninsured or paying by cash, ask for cash discount. Often facilities give 10-40% cash discount depending on financial status and specific situations. A greater discount or charity may apply. Do not hesitate to ask!!!
To find out about other options and resources to save on, click this link.