How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Phoenix?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · Metro area: Phoenix
In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,042, with most between $848 and $2,052 ($2,203 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Phoenix hospitals — 15% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $5,768 (5.5× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Phoenix 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 Phoenix — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Phoenix?
In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,042, with most between $848 and $2,052, based on 18 Phoenix hospitals. That's 15% 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 Phoenix?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Phoenix run around $2,203. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,768), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Phoenix hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Phoenix hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $5,768 — roughly 5.5× the $1,042 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 Phoenix?
Yes. If a Phoenix hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,042), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Phoenix hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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