How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Phoenix?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · Metro area: Phoenix
In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $968, with most between $586 and $1,076 ($871 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Phoenix hospitals — 13% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,526 (3.6× higher).
Source: medians across 16 Phoenix 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 Phoenix — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Phoenix?
In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $968, with most between $586 and $1,076, based on 16 Phoenix hospitals. That's 13% higher than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Phoenix?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Phoenix run around $871. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,526), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Phoenix hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Phoenix hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,526 — roughly 3.6× the $968 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 Phoenix?
Yes. If a Phoenix hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $968), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Phoenix hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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