How much does an MRI of the knee cost in Rhode Island?
MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint · CPT 73721 · State: Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $639, with most between $601 and $708 ($1,328 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 25% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $2,378 (3.7× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $639, with most between $601 and $708, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 25% lower than the national typical of $854.
How much does an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint cost without insurance in Rhode Island?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Rhode Island run around $1,328. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,378), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Rhode Island hospital bill for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint so high?
Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $2,378 — roughly 3.7× the $639 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $639), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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