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

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $415, with most between $328 and $850 ($938 cash/self-pay). Based on 97 Tennessee hospitals — 51% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,250 (7.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$415
Tennessee · $328$850
Cash / self-pay
$938
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,250
7.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 97 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $415, with most between $328 and $850, based on 97 Tennessee hospitals. That's 51% lower than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Tennessee run around $938. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,250), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Tennessee hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,250 — roughly 7.8× the $415 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 Tennessee?

Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $415), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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