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

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

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $406, with most between $343 and $837 ($1,622 cash/self-pay). Based on 20 Connecticut hospitals — 52% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $1,622 (4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$406
Connecticut · $343$837
Cash / self-pay
$1,622
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,622
4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 20 Connecticut 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 Connecticut — FAQs

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

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $406, with most between $343 and $837, based on 20 Connecticut hospitals. That's 52% lower than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Connecticut run around $1,622. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,622), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Connecticut hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $1,622 — roughly 4× the $406 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 Connecticut?

Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $406), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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