How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?
MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · Metro area: Dallas–Fort Worth
In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,187, with most between $464 and $1,338 ($2,306 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals — 36% higher than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,523 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 35 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the lumbar spine cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Dallas–Fort Worth — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?
In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,187, with most between $464 and $1,338, based on 35 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals. That's 36% higher than the national typical of $870.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Dallas–Fort Worth run around $2,306. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,523), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Dallas–Fort Worth hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?
Dallas–Fort Worth hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,523 — roughly 3× the $1,187 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 in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Yes. If a Dallas–Fort Worth hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,187), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Dallas–Fort Worth hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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