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

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

In Oklahoma, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $717, with most between $464 and $972 ($925 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Oklahoma hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,587 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$717
Oklahoma · $464$972
Cash / self-pay
$925
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,587
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma — FAQs

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

In Oklahoma, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $717, with most between $464 and $972, based on 54 Oklahoma hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Oklahoma run around $925. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,587), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Oklahoma hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,587 — roughly 3.6× the $717 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 Oklahoma?

Yes. If a Oklahoma hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $717), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oklahoma hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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