UHC MRI Rates in San Antonio
Published UnitedHealthcare negotiated rates for MRI at 16 hospitals in San Antonio, TX. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$199.14
Methodist Hospital
all plan types
Highest Rate
$4,822.36
Methodist Hospital Westover Hills
all plan types
Rate Spread
24x
across all plan types
Hospitals
16
with UnitedHealthcare data
UnitedHealthcare MRI rates in San Antonio vary dramatically, with a 24x spread from $199 at Methodist Hospital to $4,822 at Methodist Hospital Westover. The lowest rates typically reflect Medicaid/Medicare plans rather than commercial coverage. The median rate across 16 hospitals is $214.
UnitedHealthcare MRI Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest UnitedHealthcare Rate |
|---|---|
| Methodist Hospital | $199.14 |
| Methodist Hospital Atascosa | $199.14 |
| Methodist Hospital Hill Country | $199.14 |
| Methodist Hospital Landmark | $199.14 |
| Methodist Specialty and Transplant | $199.14 |
| Methodist Stone Oak Hospital | $199.14 |
| Methodist Texsan Hospital | $199.14 |
| Metropolitan Methodist Hospital | $199.14 |
| Northeast Methodist Hospital | $199.14 |
| CHRISTUS Children's | $212.84 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Alamo Heights | $212.84 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Medical Center | $212.84 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa New Braunfels | $212.84 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa San Marcos | $212.84 |
| CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills | $212.84 |
| Methodist Hospital Westover Hills | $517.79 |
Rates shown are UnitedHealthcare's published negotiated rates from each hospital's CMS transparency file. "Lowest rate" is the lowest rate across all UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare Negotiated Rates
A negotiated rate is the price UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare MRI in San Antonio?
The lowest UnitedHealthcare negotiated rate for MRI in San Antonio is $199.14 at Methodist Hospital, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $4,822.36 at Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, a 24x difference. Commercial plan rates typically fall between these extremes.
Is the UnitedHealthcare negotiated rate what I'll pay?
Not necessarily. The negotiated rate is what UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare for a pre-service cost estimate specific to your plan.
How many San Antonio hospitals have published UnitedHealthcare rates?
16 hospitals in the San Antonio area have published UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare directly.
Do I need a referral for an MRI with UnitedHealthcare?
Most UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare before scheduling to confirm your plan's requirements.
We are not affiliated with UnitedHealthcare 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 UnitedHealthcare 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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