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

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

In Nevada, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $275, with most between $197 and $276 ($1,581 cash/self-pay). Based on 42 Nevada hospitals — 68% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,408 (12.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$275
Nevada · $197$276
Cash / self-pay
$1,581
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,408
12.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 42 Nevada 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 Nevada — FAQs

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

In Nevada, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $275, with most between $197 and $276, based on 42 Nevada hospitals. That's 68% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Nevada run around $1,581. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,408), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Nevada hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,408 — roughly 12.4× the $275 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 Nevada?

Yes. If a Nevada hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $275), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Nevada hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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