How much does MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Denver?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $525, with most between $525 and $945 ($6,562 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 39% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $11,362 (21.6× higher).
Source: medians across 17 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $525, with most between $525 and $945, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 39% lower than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Denver run around $6,562. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,362), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $11,362 — roughly 21.6× the $525 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $525), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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