How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Delaware?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Delaware
In Delaware, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $628, with most between $504 and $1,539 ($3,495 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Delaware hospitals — 49% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,463 (5.5× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Delaware 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 Delaware — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Delaware?
In Delaware, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $628, with most between $504 and $1,539, based on 5 Delaware hospitals. That's 49% 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 Delaware?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Delaware run around $3,495. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,463), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Delaware hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Delaware hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $3,463 — roughly 5.5× the $628 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 Delaware?
Yes. If a Delaware hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $628), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Delaware hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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