How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Texas?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,019, with most between $725 and $1,980 ($3,489 cash/self-pay). Based on 383 Texas hospitals — 16% lower than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $7,100 (7× higher).
Source: medians across 383 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,019, with most between $725 and $1,980, based on 383 Texas hospitals. That's 16% 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 Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Texas run around $3,489. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,100), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $7,100 — roughly 7× the $1,019 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,019), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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