Targeted MRI in Korea: Get 3.0T Scans with Same-Day Results
$200–$400. Same-day results. No full checkup required.
If you already have symptoms, Korea is one of the best places in the world to get an MRI — fast, affordable, and high quality. According to the Korean Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (KSMRM, 2025), Korea ranks 3rd in the OECD for MRI units per million people and 1st in MRI scans per million people.
Why American patients choose Korea for MRI
- English speaking radiologist
- Same-week or next-day availability
- 3.0 Tesla MRI scanners
- Transparent, predictable pricing
- Outpatient exams — Available on your first visit
Contact Himedi. you can book a standalone outpatient MRI in Seoul, fully supported in English.
What Is a targeted MRI?
A targeted MRI focuses on one specific body part. Unlike large-scale health screening centers, specialized imaging centers have on-site board-certified radiologists, allowing for faster interpretation and consultation.
Key features
- One specific area (brain, spine, joint, or organ)
- Same-day consultations with a board-certified radiologist, before and after your scan
- Completes in about 20 minutes
- No unnecessary tests included
Who Is This For?
- Have persistent pain or neurological symptoms
- Received a doctor’s recommendation for an MRI
- Need follow-up imaging after surgery or treatment
- Want faster access than what’s available in the U.S.
- Prefer only the test you need, not a full checkup
Medione Medical Center
Medione is a boutique comprehensive health screening center. Though smaller in scale, it features state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and thoughtfully curated, art-filled interiors. It is especially suited for patients who require high-resolution MRI imaging, fast result turnaround, and in-depth consultations with board-certified specialists.
A key differentiator is Medione’s real-time, radiologist-led imaging workflow. If a suspicious lesion is identified, additional imaging can be performed immediately on the same day. A board-certified radiologist reviews the images in real time and determines whether targeted sequences or contrast-enhanced imaging are needed, enabling precise diagnosis without delays or external referrals. This integrated, live decision-making process is rarely available at conventional screening centers.
- Live-assisted additional imaging led by board-certified radiologists
- Fluent English-speaking medical staff, eliminating the need for a dedicated 1-on-1 interpreter
- Conveniently located next to Hapjeong Station (Line 2) near Hongdae
Sample Pricing Chart
| Type | Targeted MRI | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Non-contrast MRI | carotid MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | cervical / thoracic / lumbar MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | whole spine sagittal MRI (CTL) | $ 380 |
| Non-contrast MRI | hand(finger) MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | wrist MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | elbow MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | shoulder MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | foot(toe) MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | ankle (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | foot&ankle MRI (unilateral) | $ 415 |
| Non-contrast MRI | knee MRI (unilateral) | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | MRCP MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | breast MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | breast MRI (implant Evaluation) | $ 210 |
| Non-contrast MRI | lung/rib MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | facial MRI | $ 310 |
| Non-contrast MRI | TMJ MRI | $ 310 |
| Contrast MRI | pancreatic MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | liver MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | kidney MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | breast MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | pituitary MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | internal auditory canal MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | TMJ MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | musculoskeletal MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | brachial plexus MRI | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | uterine MRI - female | $ 380 |
| Contrast MRI | prostate MRI - male | $ 380 |
Global Top-Tier 3.0T MRI Technology
Medione is equipped with Siemens VIDA 3.0T MRI, a research-grade system used by Korea’s top university hospitals.
- 60/200 gradient system used in advanced academic research
- The same high-performance platform utilized by the world’s leading research institutions
- AI-powered ultra-fast protocols — full scans in as little as 3 minutes
- High-definition imaging with reduced noise
Have Symptoms? Get an MRI This Week
$200–$400 · Same-day results · No full checkup required
Co-authored by Wonjeong Park, Chief Radiologist at Medione, and Donkyo Seo, CEO of Himedi.
Himedi, as a premium concierge service, makes it effortless for English-speaking clients to plan and experience Korea’s medical tourism with comfort and confidence.
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