How much does MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Georgia?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Georgia
In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,074, with most between $586 and $1,991 ($1,549 cash/self-pay). Based on 65 Georgia hospitals — 27% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $3,648 (3.4× higher).
Source: medians across 65 Georgia 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 Georgia — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Georgia?
In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,074, with most between $586 and $1,991, based on 65 Georgia hospitals. That's 27% higher than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Georgia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Georgia run around $1,549. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,648), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Georgia hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Georgia hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $3,648 — roughly 3.4× the $1,074 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 Georgia?
Yes. If a Georgia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,074), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Georgia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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