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

MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: South Dakota

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $2,576, with most between $1,879 and $3,036 ($3,082 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 South Dakota hospitals — 196% higher than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,848 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,576
South Dakota · $1,879–$3,036
Cash / self-pay
$3,082
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,848
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 17 South Dakota 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 South Dakota — FAQs

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

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $2,576, with most between $1,879 and $3,036, based on 17 South Dakota hospitals. That's 196% higher than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in South Dakota run around $3,082. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,848), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Dakota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,848 — roughly 1.5× the $2,576 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 South Dakota?

Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,576), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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