How much does an MRI of the knee cost in North Dakota?

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

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $2,192, with most between $1,628 and $2,614 ($2,183 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 North Dakota hospitals — 157% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,204 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,192
North Dakota · $1,628–$2,614
Cash / self-pay
$2,183
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,204
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 17 North Dakota 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 North Dakota — FAQs

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

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $2,192, with most between $1,628 and $2,614, based on 17 North Dakota hospitals. That's 157% higher than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in North Dakota run around $2,183. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,204), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Dakota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,204 — roughly 1.5× the $2,192 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 North Dakota?

Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,192), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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