How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Arkansas?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Arkansas
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $836, with most between $553 and $868 ($1,705 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Arkansas hospitals — 31% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,050 (4.8× higher).
Source: medians across 51 Arkansas 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 Arkansas — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $836, with most between $553 and $868, based on 51 Arkansas hospitals. That's 31% 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 Arkansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Arkansas run around $1,705. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,050), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $4,050 — roughly 4.8× the $836 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 Arkansas?
Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $836), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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