How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Michigan?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Michigan
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $636, with most between $288 and $1,352 ($2,526 cash/self-pay). Based on 64 Michigan hospitals — 48% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,971 (6.2× higher).
Source: medians across 64 Michigan 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Michigan?
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $636, with most between $288 and $1,352, based on 64 Michigan hospitals. That's 48% 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 Michigan?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Michigan run around $2,526. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,971), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Michigan hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Michigan hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $3,971 — roughly 6.2× the $636 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 Michigan?
Yes. If a Michigan hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $636), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Michigan hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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