Healthcare Highways MRI Rates in San Antonio
Published Healthcare Highways negotiated rates for MRI at 6 hospitals in San Antonio, TX. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$418.2
CHRISTUS Children's
all plan types
Highest Rate
$1,185
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills
all plan types
Rate Spread
3x
across all plan types
Hospitals
6
with Healthcare Highways data
MRI rates in San Antonio vary dramatically, with a 3x spread between the lowest rate of $418 at CHRISTUS Children's and the highest at $1,185. Among 6 hospitals surveyed, the median rate is $1,185, though lowest rates often reflect Medicaid or Medicare plans rather than commercial insurance.
Healthcare Highways MRI Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest Healthcare Highways Rate |
|---|---|
| CHRISTUS Children's | $418.2 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa San Marcos | $592.65 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Medical Center | $1,145 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Alamo Heights | $1,185 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa New Braunfels | $1,185 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills | $1,185 |
Rates shown are Healthcare Highways's published negotiated rates from each hospital's CMS transparency file. "Lowest rate" is the lowest rate across all Healthcare Highways 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.
Understanding Healthcare Highways Negotiated Rates
A negotiated rate is the price Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways MRI in San Antonio?
The lowest Healthcare Highways negotiated rate for MRI in San Antonio is $418.2 at CHRISTUS Children's, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $1,185 at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills, a 3x difference. Commercial plan rates typically fall between these extremes.
Is the Healthcare Highways negotiated rate what I'll pay?
Not necessarily. The negotiated rate is what Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways for a pre-service cost estimate specific to your plan.
How many San Antonio hospitals have published Healthcare Highways rates?
6 hospitals in the San Antonio area have published Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways directly.
Do I need a referral for an MRI with Healthcare Highways?
Most Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways before scheduling to confirm your plan's requirements.
We are not affiliated with Healthcare Highways 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 Healthcare Highways 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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