How much does an MRI of the cervical spine cost in Louisiana?

MRI of the cervical spine · CPT 72141 · State: Louisiana

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the cervical spine is about $848, with most between $549 and $1,370 ($1,270 cash/self-pay). Based on 45 Louisiana hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $862. Hospital list charges run about $2,751 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$848
Louisiana · $549$1,370
Cash / self-pay
$1,270
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,751
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 45 Louisiana hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the cervical spine cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the cervical spine cost in Louisiana — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the cervical spine cost in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the cervical spine is about $848, with most between $549 and $1,370, based on 45 Louisiana hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $862.

How much does an MRI of the cervical spine cost without insurance in Louisiana?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the cervical spine in Louisiana run around $1,270. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,751), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for an MRI of the cervical spine so high?

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the cervical spine run about $2,751 — roughly 3.2× the $848 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 cervical spine in Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $848), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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