How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Wisconsin?
MRI of the lumbar spine · CPT 72148 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $836, with most between $373 and $1,967 ($2,020 cash/self-pay). Based on 100 Wisconsin hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $870. Hospital list charges run about $3,420 (4.1× higher).
Source: medians across 100 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the lumbar spine is about $836, with most between $373 and $1,967, based on 100 Wisconsin hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $870.
How much does an MRI of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the lumbar spine in Wisconsin run around $2,020. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,420), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for an MRI of the lumbar spine so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the lumbar spine run about $3,420 — roughly 4.1× the $836 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $836), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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