How much does MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Denver?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $525, with most between $525 and $905 ($5,507 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 38% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $8,846 (16.8× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $525, with most between $525 and $905, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 38% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Denver run around $5,507. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,846), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $8,846 — roughly 16.8× the $525 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $525), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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