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

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the lumbar spine is about $710, with most between $701 and $1,843 ($2,769 cash/self-pay). Based on 25 Utah hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,957 (5.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$710
Utah · $701–$1,843
Cash / self-pay
$2,769
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,957
5.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 25 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $710, with most between $701 and $1,843, based on 25 Utah hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $870.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Utah run around $2,769. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,957), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Utah hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,957 — roughly 5.6× the $710 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 Utah?

Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $710), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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