How much does MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in California?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $750, with most between $382 and $1,951 ($2,708 cash/self-pay). Based on 217 California hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $4,759 (6.3× higher).
Source: medians across 217 California 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 California — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $750, with most between $382 and $1,951, based on 217 California hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in California run around $2,708. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,759), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
California hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $4,759 — roughly 6.3× the $750 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 California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $750), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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