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MRI cost in Worthington, MN: posted hospital prices
Posted facility cash prices for MRI in Worthington, MN: $2,912–$3,169 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 | $3,093 | $3,093 | $3,093 | Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, MN) |
| MRI lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | 1 | $3,169 | $3,169 | $3,169 | Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, MN) |
| MRI knee (lower-extremity joint) without contrast | 73721 | 1 | $2,912 | $2,912 | $2,912 | Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Worthington Medical Center file dated Mar 4, 2026 | Worthington | $3,092.80 | $66–$199 ESTIMATE | $3,159–$3,292 ESTIMATE | $1,763.28 |
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Worthington Medical Center file dated Mar 4, 2026 | Worthington | $3,168.80 | $67–$201 ESTIMATE | $3,236–$3,370 ESTIMATE | $1,806.61 |
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Worthington Medical Center file dated Mar 4, 2026 | Worthington | $2,912.28 | $62–$185 ESTIMATE | $2,974–$3,097 ESTIMATE | $1,660.36 |
Hospitals near you
- Sanford Worthington Medical Center
1018 Sixth Avenue Po Box 997, Worthington, MN 56187 · (507) 372-3110
Leapfrog safety grade: Not graded Spring 2026 — Leapfrog lists this hospital without a grade
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 Worthington, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Worthington, MN range from $3,093 to $3,093 (median $3,093), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, 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 Worthington, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Worthington, MN range from $3,169 to $3,169 (median $3,169), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, 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 Worthington, MN?
Posted facility cash prices at 1 hospital in Worthington, MN range from $2,912 to $2,912 (median $2,912), from the hospitals’ own Oct 2026 price files. Lowest posted: Sanford Worthington Medical Center prices, safety & ratings (Worthington, 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).
Compare these prices statewide
Procedures with a posted cash price at hospitals in this city. Ranges are the lowest to highest posted facility cash price statewide (Oct 2026 price files; facility fee only).
- MRI across Minnesota ($223–$3,813 at 119 hospitals)
- CT scan across Minnesota ($114–$4,667 at 119 hospitals)
- Ultrasound across Minnesota ($72–$1,179 at 118 hospitals)
- ER visit across Minnesota ($119–$1,459 at 116 hospitals)