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

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

In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,209, with most between $607 and $1,360 ($1,944 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Virginia hospitals — 42% higher than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,865 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,209
Virginia · $607$1,360
Cash / self-pay
$1,944
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,865
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs

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

In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $1,209, with most between $607 and $1,360, based on 51 Virginia hospitals. That's 42% higher than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Virginia run around $1,944. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,865), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Virginia hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,865 — roughly 3.2× the $1,209 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 Virginia?

Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,209), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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