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

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $337, with most between $250 and $1,078 ($1,273 cash/self-pay). Based on 90 Indiana hospitals — 61% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,331 (6.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$337
Indiana · $250$1,078
Cash / self-pay
$1,273
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,331
6.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 90 Indiana 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 Indiana — FAQs

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $337, with most between $250 and $1,078, based on 90 Indiana hospitals. That's 61% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Indiana run around $1,273. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,331), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Indiana hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,331 — roughly 6.9× the $337 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 Indiana?

Yes. If a Indiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $337), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Indiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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