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MRI of the lower back in South Carolina: what it costs

What Medicare pays for an MRI of the lower back in South Carolina in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Office or clinic
$181
$181 across South Carolina
Hospital outpatient
$294
$289–$299 across South Carolina

MRI of the lumbar spine, without contrast.

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Questions

How much does an MRI of the lower back cost in South Carolina?

Medicare's 2026 price for an MRI of the lower back in South Carolina is $181 at office or clinic; $289–$299 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is an MRI of the lower back cheapest in South Carolina?

At office or clinic, from $181. Hospital outpatient runs up to $299 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

Enter your ZIP code in the Price Shopper to see your local Medicare price in each setting, hospitals near you, and what you might owe with Medicare, employer insurance or paying yourself.