How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Hawaii?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Hawaii
In Hawaii, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $824, with most between $793 and $928 ($1,361 cash/self-pay). Based on 9 Hawaii hospitals — 32% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,265 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 9 Hawaii 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 Hawaii — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $824, with most between $793 and $928, based on 9 Hawaii hospitals. That's 32% 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 Hawaii?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Hawaii run around $1,361. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,265), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Hawaii hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Hawaii hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $3,265 — roughly 4× the $824 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 Hawaii?
Yes. If a Hawaii hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $824), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Hawaii hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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