How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost in North Carolina?

MRI of the abdomen · CPT 74181 · State: North Carolina

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the abdomen is about $1,221, with most between $187 and $1,713 ($1,703 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 North Carolina hospitals — 38% higher than the national typical of $882. Hospital list charges run about $3,406 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,221
North Carolina · $187–$1,713
Cash / self-pay
$1,703
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,406
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the abdomen cost in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the abdomen is about $1,221, with most between $187 and $1,713, based on 54 North Carolina hospitals. That's 38% higher than the national typical of $882.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the abdomen in North Carolina run around $1,703. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,406), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the abdomen run about $3,406 — roughly 2.8× the $1,221 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 North Carolina?

Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,221), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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