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MRI cost in Waconia, MN: posted hospital prices
Posted facility cash prices for MRI in Waconia, MN: $1,311–$1,374 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 | $1,311 | $1,311 | $1,311 | Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, MN) |
| MRI lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | 1 | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 | Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, MN) |
| MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast | 73721 | 1 | $1,373 | $1,373 | $1,373 | Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, MN) |
MRI
MRI brain without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 70551
0 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (0 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Medical Center file dated Jan 1, 2026 older file | Waconia | $1,311.24 | $66–$199 ESTIMATE | $1,378–$1,510 ESTIMATE | $244.52 |
Price flags come from our manual audit of each hospital’s price file (Oct 30, 2026). “Low price checked in file” = we opened the file and the row is a real facility cash price. “May be a partial/component line” = the row looks like a component, per-unit, or bundled line, so the real price for this test may differ. Hover a flag for the reason. Always confirm with the hospital.
MRI lumbar spine without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 72148
0 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (0 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Medical Center file dated Jan 1, 2026 older file | Waconia | $1,373.96 | $67–$201 ESTIMATE | $1,441–$1,575 ESTIMATE | $244.52 |
MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast
All-in planning range: facility + radiologist read · CPT 73721
0 of 1 hospitals have a FROM FILE doctor fee (0 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Medical Center file dated Jan 1, 2026 older file | Waconia | $1,372.98 | $62–$185 ESTIMATE | $1,435–$1,558 ESTIMATE | $244.52 |
Hospitals near you
- Ridgeview Medical Center
500 South Maple Street, Waconia, MN 55387 · (952) 442-2191
Leapfrog safety grade: Not graded Spring 2026 — hospital did not participate in the 2024 or 2025 Leapfrog survey
CMS overall star rating: 4 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 Waconia, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Waconia, MN range from $1,311 to $1,311 (median $1,311), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, 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 Waconia, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Waconia, MN range from $1,374 to $1,374 (median $1,374), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, 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 Waconia, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Waconia, MN range from $1,373 to $1,373 (median $1,373), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Ridgeview Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Waconia, 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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