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

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

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the lumbar spine is about $670, with most between $420 and $853 ($850 cash/self-pay). Based on 29 Mississippi hospitals — 23% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,660 (4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$670
Mississippi · $420–$853
Cash / self-pay
$850
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,660
4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 29 Mississippi 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 Mississippi — FAQs

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

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $670, with most between $420 and $853, based on 29 Mississippi hospitals. That's 23% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Mississippi run around $850. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,660), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Mississippi hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,660 — roughly 4× the $670 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 Mississippi?

Yes. If a Mississippi hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $670), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Mississippi hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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