How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in North Carolina?
MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,328, with most between $247 and $1,903 ($1,942 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 North Carolina hospitals — 53% higher than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,884 (2.9× higher).
Source: medians across 54 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,328, with most between $247 and $1,903, based on 54 North Carolina hospitals. That's 53% higher than the national typical of $870.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in North Carolina run around $1,942. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,884), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,884 — roughly 2.9× the $1,328 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,328), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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