MRI in Lexington, KY — $350 Per Scan, the Lowest in Central Kentucky
1.5T Siemens MAGNETOM Espree · 426 Codell Drive · Reports in 48 Hours
Aptiva Health Imaging Lexington is located at 426 Codell Drive, Lexington, KY 40509 — minutes from Hamburg, Beaumont, Andover, and downtown Lexington. We offer cash-pay MRI scans at $350 per body part, the lowest published price in Lexington and across Central Kentucky.
Scans are performed on the Siemens MAGNETOM Espree 1.5T wide-bore MRI, the same platform used at major hospital systems and academic medical centers worldwide.
Quick Facts — Aptiva Health Imaging — Lexington
Address: 426 Codell Drive, Lexington, KY 40509
Phone: 859-592-1008
Cash-pay price: $350 per body part (non-contrast)
MRI machine: Siemens MAGNETOM Espree 1.5T (70 cm wide bore)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Parking: Free on-site parking
Report turnaround: 48 hours via RamSoft
Same-day appointments: Often available
Drive time from downtown Lexington: ~10 minutes
Drive time from Frankfort: ~30 minutes
Drive time from Richmond: ~30 minutes
Why Central Kentucky Patients Choose Aptiva Health for MRI
The major Lexington hospital systems and most independent imaging centers price MRI scans well above $700, and frequently above $1,000 once all fees are billed. Aptiva Health offers the same diagnostic-quality 1.5T MRI at $350, fully inclusive of the radiologist report.
No facility fee. No separate radiologist bill. One inclusive price.
48-hour reports through RamSoft. Same-day in-clinic review for Aptiva Health patients.
No referral required for self-pay patients.
Wide-bore Siemens Espree 1.5T — comfortable for claustrophobic, larger, and pediatric patients.
Same-day and next-day appointments for most scans.
Areas We Serve from Lexington
Lexington · Hamburg · Beaumont · Andover · Chevy Chase · Tates Creek
Nicholasville · Wilmore · Jessamine County
Versailles · Midway · Woodford County
Georgetown · Scott County
Winchester · Clark County
Richmond · Berea · Madison County
Frankfort · Franklin County
Mt. Sterling · Paris · Cynthiana
Equipment at Lexington MRI
The Siemens MAGNETOM Espree 1.5T at our Lexington location features:
70 cm wide bore (significantly more comfortable than standard 60 cm closed MRIs)
125 cm short magnet length — most patients can have their head outside the bore (70% of scans)
250 kg / 550 lb patient table capacity
Tim total imaging matrix technology with up to 32 RF channels
1,300+ Espree installations worldwide — the most successful Open Bore MRI platform on the market
Most-Requested Studies at Lexington MRI
Lumbar spine MRI (low back pain, sciatica)
Cervical spine MRI (neck pain, radiculopathy)
Knee MRI (sports injuries, ACL, meniscus)
Shoulder MRI (rotator cuff, labrum)
Brain MRI (concussion, headache, TBI)
Hip, ankle, wrist, and elbow MRI
All at the $350 cash-pay rate for non-contrast scans.
FAQ — Lexington MRI
Where exactly is the Aptiva Health Lexington imaging center?
426 Codell Drive, Lexington, KY 40509 — between Man o' War Boulevard and Richmond Road, just minutes from Hamburg Pavilion and the Hamburg shopping district. Free on-site parking.
Do I need a referral for an MRI in Lexington?
Not for self-pay. Insurance scans may require a physician order — call 859-592-1008 and we'll verify before scheduling.
How does Aptiva Health's $350 MRI compare to other Lexington imaging centers?
The hospital-affiliated and large-chain imaging centers in Lexington typically charge $700–$1,200+ for the same scan. Aptiva Health's $350 price is fully inclusive — scan and radiologist report.
Can I get an MRI in Lexington with no insurance?
Yes. Self-pay MRI is $350 per body part with no referral required. Payment is collected at the time of service.
How long until I get my Lexington MRI report?
Within 48 hours via the RamSoft online imaging portal. If you're treating with an Aptiva Health physician, your images are available immediately in clinic at your next appointment.
Does the Lexington location have an open MRI?
The Lexington location has the Siemens Espree 1.5T, a wide-bore (70 cm) MRI that is comfortable for most claustrophobic patients. For patients who require a true open MRI (360° panoramic), we offer the Philips Panorama at our Louisville location.
Can I get an MRI in Lexington without going to UK or Baptist Health?
Yes. Aptiva Health is a fully independent multi-specialty practice. You don't need to be a UK HealthCare or Baptist Health patient to schedule an MRI with us, and our $350 cash-pay price is dramatically lower than the hospital systems' billed rates.