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

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $770, with most between $391 and $1,967 ($2,020 cash/self-pay). Based on 100 Wisconsin hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $854. Hospital list charges run about $3,335 (4.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$770
Wisconsin · $391$1,967
Cash / self-pay
$2,020
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,335
4.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 100 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint is about $770, with most between $391 and $1,967, based on 100 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $854.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint in Wisconsin run around $2,020. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,335), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the knee/lower extremity joint run about $3,335 — roughly 4.3× the $770 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 Wisconsin?

Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $770), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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