How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in New York City?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · Metro area: New York City
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,174, with most between $475 and $1,564 ($635 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 New York City hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $1,560 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 36 New York City 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 York City — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in New York City?
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,174, with most between $475 and $1,564, based on 36 New York City hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost without insurance in New York City?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in New York City run around $635. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,560), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York City hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
New York City hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $1,560 — roughly 1.3× the $1,174 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 York City?
Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,174), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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