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

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

In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,238, with most between $933 and $1,653 ($1,527 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 Oregon hospitals — 42% higher than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,160 (1.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,238
Oregon · $933–$1,653
Cash / self-pay
$1,527
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,160
1.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 Oregon 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 Oregon — FAQs

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

In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $1,238, with most between $933 and $1,653, based on 32 Oregon hospitals. That's 42% higher than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Oregon run around $1,527. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,160), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Oregon hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,160 — roughly 1.7× the $1,238 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 Oregon?

Yes. If a Oregon hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,238), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oregon hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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