How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Kentucky?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Kentucky
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,430, with most between $997 and $2,152 ($1,876 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Kentucky hospitals — 17% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,074 (2.8× higher).
Source: medians across 52 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,430, with most between $997 and $2,152, based on 52 Kentucky hospitals. That's 17% 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 Kentucky?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Kentucky run around $1,876. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,074), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Kentucky hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Kentucky hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $4,074 — roughly 2.8× the $1,430 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 Kentucky?
Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,430), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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