How much does MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Delaware?

MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: Delaware

In Delaware, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the lumbar spine is about $612, with most between $340 and $1,000 ($1,778 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Delaware hospitals — 30% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,212 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$612
Delaware · $340–$1,000
Cash / self-pay
$1,778
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,212
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Delaware 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 Delaware — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Delaware?

In Delaware, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $612, with most between $340 and $1,000, based on 5 Delaware hospitals. That's 30% lower than the national typical of $870.

How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Delaware?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Delaware run around $1,778. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,212), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Delaware hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?

Delaware hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,212 — roughly 3.6× the $612 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 Delaware?

Yes. If a Delaware hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $612), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Delaware hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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