How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Idaho?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Idaho
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,849, with most between $1,443 and $2,600 ($2,014 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Idaho hospitals — 52% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $2,927 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Idaho 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 Idaho — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Idaho?
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,849, with most between $1,443 and $2,600, based on 18 Idaho hospitals. That's 52% 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 Idaho?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Idaho run around $2,014. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,927), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Idaho hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Idaho hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $2,927 — roughly 1.6× the $1,849 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 Idaho?
Yes. If a Idaho hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,849), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Idaho hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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