How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Alaska?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Alaska
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $3,729, with most between $2,220 and $4,945 ($5,028 cash/self-pay). Based on 6 Alaska hospitals — 206% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $6,446 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 6 Alaska hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Alaska — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Alaska?
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $3,729, with most between $2,220 and $4,945, based on 6 Alaska hospitals. That's 206% higher than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost without insurance in Alaska?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Alaska run around $5,028. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,446), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Alaska hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Alaska hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $6,446 — roughly 1.7× the $3,729 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 lumbar spine with and without contrast in Alaska?
Yes. If a Alaska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,729), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alaska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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