How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Austin?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · Metro area: Austin
In Austin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $346, with most between $343 and $1,312 ($5,976 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Austin hospitals — 59% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $5,976 (17.3× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Austin 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 Austin — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Austin?
In Austin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $346, with most between $343 and $1,312, based on 12 Austin hospitals. That's 59% lower than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Austin?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Austin run around $5,976. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,976), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Austin hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Austin hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $5,976 — roughly 17.3× the $346 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 Austin?
Yes. If a Austin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $346), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Austin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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