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

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $679, with most between $439 and $1,367 ($2,244 cash/self-pay). Based on 377 Texas hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $5,022 (7.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$679
Texas · $439$1,367
Cash / self-pay
$2,244
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,022
7.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 377 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $679, with most between $439 and $1,367, based on 377 Texas hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Texas run around $2,244. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,022), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Texas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $5,022 — roughly 7.4× the $679 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 Texas?

Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $679), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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