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

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $923, with most between $209 and $1,561 ($1,626 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — 8% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $2,179 (2.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$923
Maine · $209–$1,561
Cash / self-pay
$1,626
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,179
2.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $923, with most between $209 and $1,561, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's 8% higher than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Maine run around $1,626. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,179), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $2,179 — roughly 2.4× the $923 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $923), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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