How much does MRI of the cervical spine cost in Minnesota?

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the cervical spine is about $804, with most between $240 and $1,458 ($798 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Minnesota hospitals — 7% lower than the national typical of $862. Hospital list charges run about $1,878 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$804
Minnesota · $240–$1,458
Cash / self-pay
$798
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,878
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 92 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the cervical spine is about $804, with most between $240 and $1,458, based on 92 Minnesota hospitals. That's 7% lower than the national typical of $862.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the cervical spine in Minnesota run around $798. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,878), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the cervical spine run about $1,878 — roughly 2.3× the $804 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $804), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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