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

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

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $626, with most between $355 and $1,164 ($1,003 cash/self-pay). Based on 142 New York hospitals — 27% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $1,664 (2.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$626
New York · $355–$1,164
Cash / self-pay
$1,003
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,664
2.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 142 New York 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 York — FAQs

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

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $626, with most between $355 and $1,164, based on 142 New York hospitals. That's 27% lower than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in New York run around $1,003. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,664), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New York hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $1,664 — roughly 2.7× the $626 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 York?

Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $626), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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