Private MRI scans in England
An MRI uses a strong magnet and radio waves – no X-rays – to produce detailed images of joints, the spine, the brain and soft tissue. Most single-area scans take 20 to 40 minutes.
When this scan is used
- Knee, shoulder, hip or ankle
Ongoing pain, suspected cartilage, ligament or tendon injury. - Spine
Back or neck pain, sciatica, nerve symptoms. - Brain and head
Headaches, dizziness, memory concerns. - Abdomen and pelvis
Unexplained abdominal symptoms or a finding on another test.
Your GP will confirm on the pre-scan call that this is the right scan for your symptoms. If something else would answer the question better, we change it before you pay the balance.
Available at 56 centres across England.
Includes GP call, consultant radiologist report and GP results call.
| Scan | North West | Rest of England |
|---|---|---|
| MRI 1 area | £425 | £475 |
| MRI 2 areas | £650 | £700 |
| MRI 3 areas | £875 | £925 |
| MRI 4 areas | £1,100 | £1,150 |
| MRI 5 areas | £1,300 | £1,350 |
| Contrast, if your GP advises it | +£210 | +£210 |
North West prices apply to postcodes starting CA, LA, FY, PR, BB, BL, OL, M, SK, WN, WA, L, CH, CW. Prices include the GP call before your scan, the consultant radiologist's report and a GP follow-up.
REPORTED AND EXPLAINED
Every scan is read by a consultant radiologist
The report comes to us, and your GP calls you to explain what it shows, what it means for your symptoms and what should happen next.
A typical scan
From booking to results
- 01
Book online
Choose your scan and centre. A £25 booking fee secures your GP call and comes off the price.
- 02
Speak to a GP
A GMC-registered GP phones you to check the scan is right for you and safe to go ahead.
- 03
Have your scan
We send the referral. The imaging centre contacts you to arrange a date — scans are not on the same day.
- 04
Get your results
A consultant radiologist reports the scan and your GP talks you through what it means.