How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Minnesota?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Minnesota
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,114, with most between $378 and $2,204 ($1,232 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Minnesota hospitals — 9% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $3,048 (2.7× higher).
Source: medians across 92 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,114, with most between $378 and $2,204, based on 92 Minnesota hospitals. That's 9% 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 Minnesota?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Minnesota run around $1,232. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,048), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Minnesota hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $3,048 — roughly 2.7× the $1,114 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 Minnesota?
Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,114), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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