How much does MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Houston?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $550, with most between $528 and $1,837 ($3,685 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 36% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $7,788 (14.2× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $550, with most between $528 and $1,837, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 36% lower than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Houston run around $3,685. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,788), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $7,788 — roughly 14.2× the $550 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $550), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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