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

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,051, with most between $636 and $1,804 ($2,039 cash/self-pay). Based on 136 Pennsylvania hospitals — 23% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,271 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,051
Pennsylvania · $636$1,804
Cash / self-pay
$2,039
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,271
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 136 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,051, with most between $636 and $1,804, based on 136 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 23% higher than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Pennsylvania run around $2,039. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,271), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,271 — roughly 3.1× the $1,051 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,051), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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