How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Maine?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,129, with most between $331 and $2,331 ($2,183 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — 7% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,128 (2.8× higher).
Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,129, with most between $331 and $2,331, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's 7% 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 Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Maine run around $2,183. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,128), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $3,128 — roughly 2.8× the $1,129 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,129), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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