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

MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: New Hampshire

In New Hampshire, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $474, with most between $313 and $1,669 ($2,622 cash/self-pay). Based on 13 New Hampshire hospitals — 46% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $4,560 (9.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$474
New Hampshire · $313–$1,669
Cash / self-pay
$2,622
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,560
9.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 13 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire — FAQs

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

In New Hampshire, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $474, with most between $313 and $1,669, based on 13 New Hampshire hospitals. That's 46% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in New Hampshire run around $2,622. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,560), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New Hampshire hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $4,560 — roughly 9.6× the $474 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 New Hampshire?

Yes. If a New Hampshire hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $474), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Hampshire hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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