How much does an MRI of the knee cost in New Mexico?

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

In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $669, with most between $424 and $1,761 ($2,043 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 New Mexico hospitals — 22% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $4,382 (6.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$669
New Mexico · $424$1,761
Cash / self-pay
$2,043
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,382
6.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 10 New Mexico 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 New Mexico — FAQs

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

In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $669, with most between $424 and $1,761, based on 10 New Mexico hospitals. That's 22% lower than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in New Mexico run around $2,043. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,382), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New Mexico hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $4,382 — roughly 6.6× the $669 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 New Mexico?

Yes. If a New Mexico hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $669), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Mexico hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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