Imaging
Breast MRI with contrast, both breasts cost in Kentucky
Breast MRI with contrast, both breasts is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Kentucky
From 37 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $1,994 (most listed prices $461–$6,123).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- $453
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $588
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026 - $614
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: CHI Saint Joseph Health - Flaget Memorial Hospital price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $734
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph East price file · checked Oct 2026 - $904
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,097
The radiologist read is billed separately. +5 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Norton Audubon Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,170
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Henderson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,247
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UK Chandler Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,249
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Rockcastle Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,412
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - UofL Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,434
The radiologist read is billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: St. Elizabeth Healthcare Covington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,868
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.