How much does an MRI of the lower extremity cost in Rhode Island?
MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) · CPT 73718 · State: Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $638, with most between $628 and $696 ($1,270 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 27% lower than the national typical of $873. Hospital list charges run about $2,042 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) is about $638, with most between $628 and $696, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 27% lower than the national typical of $873.
How much does an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) cost without insurance in Rhode Island?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) in Rhode Island run around $1,270. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,042), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Rhode Island hospital bill for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) so high?
Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lower extremity (not joint) run about $2,042 — roughly 3.2× the $638 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $638), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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