How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Arkansas?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Arkansas
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $606, with most between $382 and $671 ($1,018 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 Arkansas hospitals — 29% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,395 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 53 Arkansas 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 Arkansas — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $606, with most between $382 and $671, based on 53 Arkansas hospitals. That's 29% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Arkansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Arkansas run around $1,018. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,395), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,395 — roughly 4× the $606 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 Arkansas?
Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $606), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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