How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Illinois?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,374, with most between $687 and $2,042 ($2,389 cash/self-pay). Based on 113 Illinois hospitals — 61% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $4,174 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 113 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,374, with most between $687 and $2,042, based on 113 Illinois hospitals. That's 61% higher than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Illinois run around $2,389. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,174), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $4,174 — roughly 3× the $1,374 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,374), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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