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Diabetes Screening vs MRI Brain

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Diabetes Screening: $30 total · Medicare pays $30 · Patient pays $0

MRI Brain: $1,500 total · Medicare pays $1,200 · Patient pays $300

Cost Comparison

MetricDiabetes ScreeningMRI Brain
Total Average Cost$30$1,500
Medicare Pays$30$1,200
Patient Pays$0$300
Categoryphysicianimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Diabetes Screening and MRI Brain?
MRI Brain costs $1,500 on average, while Diabetes Screening costs $30 — a difference of $1,470.
How much does Medicare pay for Diabetes Screening vs MRI Brain?
Medicare typically pays $30 for Diabetes Screening (patient owes $0). For MRI Brain, Medicare pays $1,200 (patient owes $300).
What is Diabetes Screening?
Blood glucose screening test for diabetes, covered preventive service.
What is MRI Brain?
Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain.