How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Philadelphia?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $965, with most between $910 and $1,041 ($385 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 21% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $11,998 (12.4× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $965, with most between $910 and $1,041, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 21% 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 Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Philadelphia run around $385. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,998), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $11,998 — roughly 12.4× the $965 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $965), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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