Amerigroup MRI Rates in Chattanooga
Published Amerigroup negotiated rates for MRI at 4 hospitals in Chattanooga, TN. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$231.69
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
all plan types
Highest Rate
$1,655.32
Parkridge Medical Center
all plan types
Rate Spread
7x
across all plan types
Hospitals
4
with Amerigroup data
Amerigroup MRI rates in Chattanooga span a 7x range, from $231.69 at CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga to $1,655.32 at Parkridge Medical Center. The median across the four hospitals listed is $231.69. The lowest rate is tied to a Medicare plan type, so it may not reflect commercial pricing.
Amerigroup MRI Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest Amerigroup Rate |
|---|---|
| CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga | $231.69 |
| CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson | $231.69 |
| Parkridge East Hospital | $1,655.32 |
| Parkridge Medical Center | $1,655.32 |
Median of all 12 published Amerigroup rates for MRI at these hospitals: $231.69
Rates shown are Amerigroup's published negotiated rates from each hospital's CMS transparency file. "Lowest rate" is the lowest rate across all Amerigroup plan types (including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage) at that hospital. Commercial plan rates are typically higher. Your actual cost depends on your specific plan's deductible, copay, and coinsurance.
Reading Amerigroup MRI Rates in Chattanooga
Where Amerigroup MRI rates start in Chattanooga. The lowest published rate is $231.69, listed at both CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson. At the other end, Parkridge East Hospital and Parkridge Medical Center each show $1,655.32.
How wide the Chattanooga MRI spread runs. The spread across the four hospitals is 7x, and the median of all 12 published Amerigroup rates for this procedure is $231.69. The plan types beside the lowest rates are labeled Medicare|All Plans, while the $1,655.32 rates are labeled MCD, so the plan behind a rate does not always map neatly to a commercial plan. If the low end reflects government-program plans rather than commercial ones, it may not match what a member on another plan type sees.
What an Amerigroup member can ask about an MRI in Chattanooga. These are facility rates, and professional fees are billed separately. Members can ask:
- Amerigroup for the negotiated rate and estimated cost share under their own plan at a named hospital, such as Parkridge East Hospital.
- Amerigroup whether that hospital is in network for their plan.
- The hospital for an estimate of the MRI charges.
Written from the rates in the table above. General information, not medical or insurance advice.
Understanding Amerigroup Negotiated Rates
A negotiated rate is the price Amerigroup has agreed to pay a hospital for a specific service. This is not necessarily what you pay out of pocket. If you have met your annual deductible, you typically pay a copay or coinsurance percentage of the negotiated rate. If you have not met your deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate.
The same insurer often negotiates different rates at different hospitals, and different plan types (HMO, PPO, high-deductible) within the same insurer can have different rates at the same hospital. The table above shows the range across all Amerigroup plan types at each facility.
Prices shown are facility fees only. You will also receive separate bills from the physician performing the procedure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the lowest-cost Amerigroup MRI in Chattanooga?
The lowest Amerigroup negotiated rate for MRI in Chattanooga is $231.69 at CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $1,655.32 at Parkridge Medical Center, a 7x difference. Commercial plan rates typically fall between these extremes.
Is the Amerigroup negotiated rate what I'll pay?
Not necessarily. The negotiated rate is what Amerigroup has agreed to pay the hospital. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. If you have not met your annual deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate. Contact Amerigroup for a pre-service cost estimate specific to your plan.
How many Chattanooga hospitals have published Amerigroup rates?
4 hospitals in the Chattanooga area have published Amerigroup negotiated rates for MRI in their CMS transparency files. Having a published rate does not necessarily confirm current network participation. Verify your network status with Amerigroup directly.
Do I need a referral for an MRI with Amerigroup?
Most Amerigroup plans require a referral or prior authorization for an MRI. Without it, the hospital may bill you at a higher rate or your claim could be denied. Contact Amerigroup before scheduling to confirm your plan's requirements.
We are not affiliated with Amerigroup or any hospital listed on this page. Negotiated rates are sourced from hospital-published CMS transparency files and represent the amounts agreed between the insurer and hospital. Your actual out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. Contact Amerigroup or the hospital billing department for a cost estimate specific to your plan. All insurer and hospital names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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