How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Arizona?

MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Arizona

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $971, with most between $404 and $1,187 ($1,059 cash/self-pay). Based on 44 Arizona hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $3,240 (3.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$971
Arizona · $404$1,187
Cash / self-pay
$1,059
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,240
3.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 44 Arizona 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 Arizona — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Arizona?

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $971, with most between $404 and $1,187, based on 44 Arizona hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $849.

How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Arizona?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Arizona run around $1,059. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,240), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arizona hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?

Arizona hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $3,240 — roughly 3.3× the $971 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 Arizona?

Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $971), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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