Lumbar spine MRI price in Nepal
MRI lumbar spine (lower back)
Lower back, discs and nerves, used for back pain, sciatica and suspected nerve compression.
- Lowest found
- NPR 8,000
- Highest found
- NPR 12,100
- Based on
- 4 prices from 4 centres
Hospitals charge in Nepali rupees (NPR). Conversions use Nepal Rastra Bank selling rates, 22/10/2026. Prices last reviewed 10/2026.
Prices by centre
Every figure below comes from a hospital or centre rate list. Click the source to check it. Prices can change, and some lists add a separate charge for contrast, film or the report.
| Centre | Type | Item on rate list | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nepal APF Hospital | Government | MRI (A) SINGLE ORGAN PLAIN | NPR 8,000 about US$53 | Price List - Nepal APF Hospital - Armed Police Force |
| TU Teaching Hospital (TUTH) | Teaching hospital | MRI SINGLE ORGAN PLAIN | NPR 8,000 about US$53 | Radiology Rate List, TU Teaching Hospital Checked 24 October 2026 |
| Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital | Teaching hospital | MRI LUMBAR SPINE | NPR 10,000 about US$66 | Nepal Medical College - General Rate List (PDF) |
| HAMS Hospital | Private | MRI LS-SPINE PLAIN | NPR 12,100 about US$80 | HAMS Hospital Test List for Display (PDF) PDF uploaded January 2025 |
Compared with UK self pay prices
| Where | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu average | £47 | Published rate lists above |
| Cobalt Health, Cheltenham: MRI, one part (from) | £366 | Cobalt Health scan pricing |
| Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells: MRI, one part (guide price) | £450 | Nuffield Health MRI scan |
| New Victoria Hospital, Kingston: MRI, one part (hospital fee) | £495 | New Victoria imaging prices |
| Spire London East: MRI, one area | £510 | Spire London East MRI scan |
UK prices are the providers' published "from" prices. Remember to add flights and accommodation when comparing. Read the full UK comparison.
What to expect
How long it takes
About 20 to 30 minutes.
Preparation
No fasting. Remove all metal.
Before you travel
Bring your referral letter, any previous scans and reports, a list of your medicines, and your passport. Confirm the price, whether the radiologist's report is included, and when it will be ready. Plan your scan trip.