How much does an MRI of the lower extremity cost in New York City?

MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) · CPT 73718 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $821, with most between $390 and $1,339 ($426 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 New York City hospitals — 6% lower than the national typical of $873. Hospital list charges run about $1,049 (1.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$821
New York City · $390–$1,339
Cash / self-pay
$426
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,049
1.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $821, with most between $390 and $1,339, based on 36 New York City hospitals. That's 6% lower than the national typical of $873.

How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) in New York City run around $426. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,049), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York City hospital bill for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) so high?

New York City hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) run about $1,049 — roughly 1.3× the $821 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 New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $821), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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