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MRI cost in Fairmont, MN: posted hospital prices
Posted facility cash prices for MRI in Fairmont, MN: $2,271–$2,974 at 1 hospital (hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files). Doctor fees are billed separately — see the all-in ranges below.
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Quick compare: facility cash price by exam
| Exam | CPT | n | Low | Median | High | Lowest-price hospital |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI brain without contrast | 70551 | 1 | $2,724 | $2,724 | $2,724 | Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN) |
| MRI lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | 1 | $2,271 | $2,271 | $2,271 | Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN) |
| MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast | 73721 | 1 | $2,974 | $2,974 | $2,974 | Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN) |
MRI
MRI brain without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 70551
1 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (1 tagged VERIFY); the rest use ESTIMATE = CMS 2026 MN $66.42 ×1–3. How we estimate
| Hospital | City | Facility cash (facility fee only) | Radiologist read | All-in range | Negotiated median (all insurers) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont file dated Mar 31, 2026 | Fairmont | $2,723.60 | $1,428–$1,539 FROM FILE · VERIFY: 96% of rates are % of billed charges · n=317 | $4,152–$4,263 VERIFY | $4,447.90 |
MRI lumbar spine without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 72148
1 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (1 tagged VERIFY); the rest use ESTIMATE = CMS 2026 MN $67.10 ×1–3. How we estimate
| Hospital | City | Facility cash (facility fee only) | Radiologist read | All-in range | Negotiated median (all insurers) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont file dated Mar 31, 2026 | Fairmont | $2,271.28 | $1,250–$1,347 FROM FILE · VERIFY: 96% of rates are % of billed charges · n=317 | $3,521–$3,619 VERIFY | $2,503.57 |
MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 73721
1 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (1 tagged VERIFY); the rest use ESTIMATE = CMS 2026 MN $61.62 ×1–3. How we estimate
| Hospital | City | Facility cash (facility fee only) | Radiologist read | All-in range | Negotiated median (all insurers) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont file dated Mar 31, 2026 | Fairmont | $2,974.40 | $787–$848 FROM FILE · VERIFY: 96% of rates are % of billed charges · n=317 | $3,761–$3,822 VERIFY | $3,211.00 |
Hospitals near you
- Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont
800 Medical Center Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 · (507) 238-5064
Leapfrog safety grade: A Spring 2026
CMS overall star rating: 5 of 5
Emergency department (CMS): Yes
Addresses and phone numbers: CMS Hospital General Information (Oct 2026). Grades: Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Spring 2026. Star ratings and emergency services: CMS Hospital General Information (Care Compare, Oct 2026); no star shown where CMS lists “Not Available”. How to read these ratings. Call the hospital to confirm prices before you go.
Frequently asked questions
How much does MRI brain without contrast (CPT 70551) cost in Fairmont, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Fairmont, MN range from $2,724 to $2,724 (median $2,724), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN). Doctor/radiologist fees are billed separately; call to confirm and ask for a Good Faith Estimate.
How much does MRI lumbar spine without contrast (CPT 72148) cost in Fairmont, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Fairmont, MN range from $2,271 to $2,271 (median $2,271), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN). Doctor/radiologist fees are billed separately; call to confirm and ask for a Good Faith Estimate.
How much does MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast (CPT 73721) cost in Fairmont, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Fairmont, MN range from $2,974 to $2,974 (median $2,974), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont prices, safety & ratings (Fairmont, MN). Doctor/radiologist fees are billed separately; call to confirm and ask for a Good Faith Estimate.
How we got these prices · Last updated: Oct 30, 2026 (data files compiled). Data sources: hospitals’ own posted price files (machine-readable files parsed Oct 2026); doctor/radiologist estimates from CMS CY2026 Physician Fee Schedule (RVU26D, Oct 2026 release).
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