How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Arkansas?

MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $606, with most between $403 and $717 ($1,035 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Arkansas hospitals — 29% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $2,450 (4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$606
Arkansas · $403$717
Cash / self-pay
$1,035
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,450
4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $606, with most between $403 and $717, based on 52 Arkansas hospitals. That's 29% lower than the national typical of $854.

How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Arkansas run around $1,035. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,450), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $2,450 — roughly 4× the $606 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 knee/lower extremity joint in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $606), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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