How much does MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Connecticut?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · State: Connecticut
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $405, with most between $343 and $851 ($1,619 cash/self-pay). Based on 20 Connecticut hospitals — 53% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $1,619 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 20 Connecticut 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 Connecticut — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $405, with most between $343 and $851, based on 20 Connecticut hospitals. That's 53% lower than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Connecticut?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Connecticut run around $1,619. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,619), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Connecticut hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Connecticut hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $1,619 — roughly 4× the $405 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 Connecticut?
Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $405), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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