How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Alaska?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Alaska
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $3,195, with most between $1,573 and $4,307 ($3,780 cash/self-pay). Based on 6 Alaska hospitals — 276% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $4,739 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 6 Alaska hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Alaska — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Alaska?
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $3,195, with most between $1,573 and $4,307, based on 6 Alaska hospitals. That's 276% higher than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Alaska?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Alaska run around $3,780. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,739), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Alaska hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Alaska hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $4,739 — roughly 1.5× the $3,195 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 shoulder/upper extremity joint in Alaska?
Yes. If a Alaska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,195), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alaska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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