How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Idaho?
MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: Idaho
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,302, with most between $969 and $1,666 ($1,520 cash/self-pay). Based on 19 Idaho hospitals — 50% higher than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,226 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 19 Idaho 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 Idaho — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Idaho?
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,302, with most between $969 and $1,666, based on 19 Idaho hospitals. That's 50% higher than the national typical of $870.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Idaho?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Idaho run around $1,520. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,226), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Idaho hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?
Idaho hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,226 — roughly 1.7× the $1,302 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 Idaho?
Yes. If a Idaho hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,302), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Idaho hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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