How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Washington?
MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast · CPT 72158 · State: Washington
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,545, with most between $1,239 and $2,862 ($2,758 cash/self-pay). Based on 44 Washington hospitals — 27% higher than the national typical of $1,220. Hospital list charges run about $4,548 (2.9× higher).
Source: medians across 44 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost in Washington?
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast is about $1,545, with most between $1,239 and $2,862, based on 44 Washington hospitals. That's 27% higher than the national typical of $1,220.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast cost without insurance in Washington?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast in Washington run around $2,758. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,548), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Washington hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast so high?
Washington hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast run about $4,548 — roughly 2.9× the $1,545 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 Washington?
Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,545), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Washington hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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