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

MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $565, with most between $557 and $616 ($1,219 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 35% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $2,369 (4.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$565
Rhode Island · $557–$616
Cash / self-pay
$1,219
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,369
4.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

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

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $565, with most between $557 and $616, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 35% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Rhode Island run around $1,219. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,369), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $2,369 — roughly 4.2× the $565 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $565), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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