How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in New Mexico?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: New Mexico
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $709, with most between $493 and $899 ($2,625 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 New Mexico hospitals — 42% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $5,824 (8.2× higher).
Source: medians across 10 New Mexico 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 New Mexico — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $709, with most between $493 and $899, based on 10 New Mexico hospitals. That's 42% 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 New Mexico?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in New Mexico run around $2,625. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,824), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Mexico hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
New Mexico hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $5,824 — roughly 8.2× the $709 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 New Mexico?
Yes. If a New Mexico hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $709), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Mexico hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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