How much does an MRI of the lower extremity cost in Charlotte?
MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) · CPT 73718 · Metro area: Charlotte
In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $920, with most between $267 and $1,560 ($1,639 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — 5% higher than the national typical of $873. Hospital list charges run about $3,278 (3.6× higher).
Source: medians across 15 Charlotte hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost in Charlotte — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost in Charlotte?
In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $920, with most between $267 and $1,560, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's 5% higher than the national typical of $873.
How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost without insurance in Charlotte?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) in Charlotte run around $1,639. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,278), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Charlotte hospital bill for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) so high?
Charlotte hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) run about $3,278 — roughly 3.6× the $920 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 lower extremity (not joint) in Charlotte?
Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $920), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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