How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Las Vegas?
MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · Metro area: Las Vegas
In Las Vegas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $257, with most between $197 and $275 ($1,960 cash/self-pay). Based on 31 Las Vegas hospitals — 70% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $5,383 (20.9× higher).
Source: medians across 31 Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Las Vegas?
In Las Vegas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $257, with most between $197 and $275, based on 31 Las Vegas hospitals. That's 70% lower than the national typical of $870.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Las Vegas?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Las Vegas run around $1,960. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,383), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Las Vegas hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?
Las Vegas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $5,383 — roughly 20.9× the $257 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 Las Vegas?
Yes. If a Las Vegas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $257), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Las Vegas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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