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

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $833, with most between $499 and $1,602 ($1,565 cash/self-pay). Based on 94 Ohio hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $2,573 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$833
Ohio · $499–$1,602
Cash / self-pay
$1,565
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,573
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 94 Ohio 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 Ohio — FAQs

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $833, with most between $499 and $1,602, based on 94 Ohio hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Ohio run around $1,565. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,573), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Ohio hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $2,573 — roughly 3.1× the $833 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 Ohio?

Yes. If a Ohio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $833), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Ohio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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