What will your scan, lab, or procedure actually cost?
We parsed the official 2026 Machine-Readable Files (MRFs) from 14 Bay Area hospitals alongside the CY 2026 CMS Medicare Fee Schedule so you can compare discounted cash prices, Medicare baseline rates, and payer-specific negotiated ranges before you book.
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Brain MRI Without Contrast
Detailed 3D magnetic resonance scan of the brain and brainstem without intravenous contrast dye. Commonly ordered for chronic headaches, dizziness, neurological symptoms, or stroke/MS evaluation.
Published rates are estimates of what care costs extracted directly from official hospital machine-readable files (MRFs) and CMS Medicare fee schedules — not binding quotes or medical advice. Actual out-of-pocket responsibility depends on your specific benefit design, deductible, coinsurance, and clinical complexity. Every price below carries its exact public source file and publication date.
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Imaging — MRI
Brain MRI Without Contrast
Detailed 3D magnetic resonance scan of the brain and brainstem without intravenous contrast dye. Commonly ordered for chronic headaches, dizziness, neurological symptoms, or stroke/MS evaluation.
Knee / Lower Extremity Joint MRI Without Contrast
Non-invasive MRI scan of the knee, ankle, hip, or foot joint without contrast dye. Used to evaluate torn ligaments (ACL/meniscus), cartilage wear, arthritis, or sports injuries.
Lumbar Spine (Lower Back) MRI Without Contrast
High-resolution MRI scan of the lower back (lumbar vertebrae, discs, and spinal nerves) without contrast dye. Ordered for sciatica, herniated discs, pinched nerves, or chronic lower back pain.
Imaging — CT
Abdomen & Pelvis CT Scan With Contrast
Combined CT scan of the abdominal and pelvic organs using contrast dye. Frequently ordered for severe abdominal pain, appendicitis, kidney stones, Crohn's disease, or oncology staging.
Head / Brain CT Scan Without Contrast
Rapid cross-sectional CT imaging of the skull and brain without contrast dye. Standard first-line scan for head injuries, concussion checks, sudden headaches, or sinus/neurological evaluation.
Ultrasound & Preventive Imaging
Abdominal Ultrasound (Complete)
Radiation-free ultrasound imaging of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and abdominal aorta.
Pregnancy / OB Ultrasound (Complete Fetal & Maternal Eval)
Standard second- or third-trimester prenatal anatomy ultrasound evaluating fetal growth, anatomy, placenta position, and amniotic fluid.
Bilateral Screening Mammography (Digital, 2-View)
Routine preventive breast cancer screening mammogram of both breasts. Under the ACA, preventive screening mammograms are covered at $0 copay for most in-network insured patients, while cash/uninsured and out-of-network prices vary widely.
X-Ray & Cardiology
Chest X-Ray (2 Views — Frontal & Lateral)
Standard two-view chest radiograph (front and side) used to check the lungs, heart size, ribs, and airways for pneumonia, cough, shortness of breath, or pre-op clearance.
12-Lead Electrocardiogram (EKG / ECG Tracing)
Non-invasive 12-lead heart rhythm and electrical activity recording performed in an outpatient hospital or clinic setting.
GI & Endoscopy Procedures
Diagnostic Colonoscopy
Outpatient endoscopic examination of the entire large intestine (colon). Used for colorectal cancer screening, evaluating gastrointestinal symptoms, or monitoring inflammatory bowel disease.
Upper GI Endoscopy (EGD) With Biopsy
Outpatient camera examination of the esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine (duodenum) including tissue biopsy (e.g., to test for celiac disease, ulcers, H. pylori, or acid reflux damage).
Laboratory Blood Panels
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP — 14 Blood Tests)
Standard 14-biomarker blood chemistry panel checking kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar (glucose), electrolytes, and protein levels.
Lipid Panel (Cholesterol, HDL, LDL & Triglycerides)
Fasting or non-fasting blood test measuring total cholesterol, 'good' HDL cholesterol, 'bad' LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) With Automated Differential
Routine blood panel measuring red blood cells, white blood cells (immune system), hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets to screen for anemia, infection, or inflammation.
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Blood Test
Primary blood test used to screen for and monitor hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
Physical Therapy & Rehab
Physical Therapy — Therapeutic Exercise (Per 15-Min Unit)
One-on-one outpatient physical therapy session unit (15 minutes per unit; a typical 45-minute PT visit bills 3 units) focused on strength, mobility, and injury/neurological rehabilitation.
Physical Therapy Initial Evaluation (Low Complexity)
First-visit physical therapy diagnostic evaluation where a licensed physical therapist assesses range of motion, strength, movement patterns, and builds a treatment plan.
Parkinson's Rehabilitation & Therapy
Occupational Therapy — Parkinson's ADL, Fine Motor & Home Safety (CPT 97535 / 97165)
Specialized occupational therapy for Parkinson's focusing on handwriting (micrographia), buttoning/dressing, utensils for hand tremor, bathroom grab-bar & fall prevention modifications, and energy conservation.
Speech Therapy (incl. LSVT LOUD Voice & Dysarthria Therapy — CPT 92507)
Individual speech-language pathology session — including LSVT LOUD® (16 intensive sessions over 4 weeks) and Parkinson Voice Project SPEAK OUT!® — to treat soft voice (hypophonia), slurred speech, and vocal projection.
Audited Bay Area Hospital Price Profiles (14)
Every hospital profile shows all 18 shoppable procedures, discounted cash rates, payer-specific negotiated ranges, and direct links to the hospital's raw CMS 45 CFR § 180.50 Machine-Readable File.
505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143 • NPI 1689772592
300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305 • NPI 1871543215
5555 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94588 • NPI 1144389941
Self-Pay Policy: 60% off of facility standard gross charges.
2500 Grant Rd, Mountain View, CA 94040 • NPI 1093712374
Self-Pay Policy: 75% off of facility standard gross charges. 60% off of professional gross charges.
2000 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA 94538 • NPI 1780614685
1101 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109 • NPI 1104984392
2450 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 • NPI 1013906221
350 Hawthorne Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 • NPI 1194171371
20103 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 • NPI 1063812907
1501 Trousdale Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010 • NPI 1043670334
3901 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94509 • NPI 1811129752
180 Rowland Way, Novato, CA 94945 • NPI 1104059153
30 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 • NPI 1740413798
300 Hospital Dr, Vallejo, CA 94589 • NPI 1366686248
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