How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Arizona?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Arizona
In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,014, with most between $787 and $1,866 ($2,203 cash/self-pay). Based on 46 Arizona hospitals — 17% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,832 (4.8× higher).
Source: medians across 46 Arizona 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 Arizona — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Arizona?
In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,014, with most between $787 and $1,866, based on 46 Arizona hospitals. That's 17% lower than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost without insurance in Arizona?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Arizona run around $2,203. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,832), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arizona hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Arizona hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $4,832 — roughly 4.8× the $1,014 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 Arizona?
Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,014), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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