How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost in Missouri?

MRI of the abdomen · CPT 74181 · State: Missouri

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the abdomen is about $576, with most between $207 and $1,094 ($1,474 cash/self-pay). Based on 68 Missouri hospitals — 35% lower than the national typical of $882. Hospital list charges run about $2,500 (4.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$576
Missouri · $207$1,094
Cash / self-pay
$1,474
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,500
4.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 68 Missouri hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the abdomen cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the abdomen cost in Missouri — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost in Missouri?

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the abdomen is about $576, with most between $207 and $1,094, based on 68 Missouri hospitals. That's 35% lower than the national typical of $882.

How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost without insurance in Missouri?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the abdomen in Missouri run around $1,474. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,500), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Missouri hospital bill for an MRI of the abdomen so high?

Missouri hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the abdomen run about $2,500 — roughly 4.3× the $576 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of an MRI of the abdomen in Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $576), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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