Advanced private Shoulder MRI scans in Houston.

Three centers across Houston: west by the Galleria, north in Spring, southeast at Clear Lake. No insurance needed.

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About shoulder MRI

A shoulder MRI produces detailed images of the rotator cuff tendons, labrum, biceps tendon, cartilage, and bones of the shoulder joint. Shoulder injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal complaints in adults, and MRI is the most accurate non-invasive method to diagnose rotator cuff tears, labral damage, and impingement. In the US, a shoulder MRI with insurance can still cost you $500-$1,500 after deductibles, and getting pre-authorization can delay your scan by weeks. At Mira, it costs $369 with no authorization needed.

When is a shoulder MRI recommended?

Your doctor may refer you for an MRI if you are experiencing any of these symptoms or conditions. A physician referral is required for all Houston scans.

Shoulder pain that does not improve with rest
Suspected rotator cuff tear (partial or full thickness)
Labral tear from dislocation or overuse
Frozen shoulder assessment
Biceps tendon pathology
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Recurrent shoulder dislocations or instability
Pre-operative evaluation before shoulder surgery

Shoulder MRI pricing

No hidden fees. No insurance needed. Everything included.

From

$369

Two reports: medical + miraclarityDigital imagesNo insurance neededResults in 48 hours

How this compares

Typical US cost with insurance$800 - $3,000+
Mira cash pay$369
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What to expect

Before, during, and after your shoulder MRI.

Before

  • Upload your doctor's referral through the Mira booking portal
  • Wear a loose short-sleeved shirt without metal snaps or zippers
  • No preparation or fasting is needed
  • Pick a 3-hour time block when booking - we confirm your exact time within 30 minutes

During

  • You lie on your back with the affected arm at your side or slightly rotated
  • A surface coil is placed over the shoulder being scanned
  • The scan takes 30-45 minutes with repetitive scanner sounds - ear protection provided
  • Keeping the shoulder perfectly still is critical for image quality

After

  • Leave immediately with no activity restrictions
  • A board-certified radiologist interprets all sequences
  • Your report arrives within 48 hours
  • Share your results with your orthopedic surgeon or sports medicine doctor
miraclarity

Two reports included with every scan.

A medical report from a board-certified radiologist for your doctor. And a miraclarity report that explains your shoulder MRI results in plain English with visual guides.

Plain language summary

Every finding explained without clinical jargon.

Visual body guides

See exactly where findings are located.

Severity indicators

Know what is normal and what needs attention.

Recommended next steps

Practical guidance for follow-up.

Included free with every scan. No add-on. No extra cost.

Other scans available in Houston

All scans from $369 with no insurance needed.

Where to get a shoulder MRI in Houston

Choose the centre closest to you.

Galleria, West Houston

Richmond Ave

Off Richmond Ave, West Houston

Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm | Sat 9am - 2pm

1.5T Closed MRI | Up to 275 lbs

Spring, North Houston

Spring (Walters Rd)

Off Walters Rd, near Spring

Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm | Sat 9am - 2pm

Open MRI + High-Field | Up to 350 lbs

Open MRI available

Clear Lake, Southeast

Dickinson

FM 646, Clear Lake (Dickinson)

MRI on Thursdays only

1.5T Open-Bore MRI | Up to 375 lbs

Breast MRI available

Shoulder MRI questions

No. The $369 price is a self-pay rate that includes the scan, radiologist reading, and digital images.

Yes. MRI is the gold standard for identifying partial and full-thickness rotator cuff tears, as well as tendinosis and bursitis.

Yes. A physician referral is required in Texas. Upload it after booking through the Mira portal.

All three perform shoulder MRIs. If you have claustrophobia concerns, the Spring location offers an open MRI scanner.

Most patients get an appointment within a few days. Select your preferred 3-hour time window during booking.

MRI provides the structural detail your surgeon needs to determine whether conservative treatment or surgery is appropriate. It does not make the decision, but it gives the information needed to make one.

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