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).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,302
Idaho · $969$1,666
Cash / self-pay
$1,520
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,226
1.7× the negotiated rate

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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