How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Kentucky?

MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · State: Kentucky

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,105, with most between $791 and $1,521 ($1,303 cash/self-pay). Based on 50 Kentucky hospitals — 29% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $2,705 (2.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,105
Kentucky · $791$1,521
Cash / self-pay
$1,303
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,705
2.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 50 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,105, with most between $791 and $1,521, based on 50 Kentucky hospitals. That's 29% higher than the national typical of $854.

How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Kentucky?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Kentucky run around $1,303. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,705), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Kentucky hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?

Kentucky hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $2,705 — roughly 2.4× the $1,105 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 Kentucky?

Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,105), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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