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How much does an MRI cost in China for a foreigner?

Reported public and private hospital MRI prices range from about 350 to 650 RMB (patient reports) to about 486 RMB in Kunming and about $70 at Peking University Shenzhen Hospital's international department (news reports). A private international hospital in Beijing lists 2,000 to 2,500 RMB per body part. Prices vary by body part, contrast and hospital.

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