Imaging
MRI guidance for needle placement cost in Texas
MRI guidance for needle placement 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 Texas
From 175 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $1,338 (most listed prices $373–$3,624).
Cheapest in Texas
- $151Source: Titus Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $188
The radiologist read is billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: William P Clements Jr University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $200
The radiologist read is billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: St. Luke's Health Memorial Livingston price file · checked Oct 2026 - $200
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $228
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: BSA Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $228
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Harrington Cancer Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $236
The radiologist read is billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Texas Scottish Rite for Children Dallas Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $268
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center of El Paso price file · checked Oct 2026 - $294
The radiologist read is billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $294
The radiologist read is billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
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.