How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Hawaii?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Hawaii
In Hawaii, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $466, with most between $451 and $527 ($1,142 cash/self-pay). Based on 9 Hawaii hospitals — 45% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,784 (6× higher).
Source: medians across 9 Hawaii 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 Hawaii — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $466, with most between $451 and $527, based on 9 Hawaii hospitals. That's 45% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Hawaii?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Hawaii run around $1,142. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,784), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Hawaii hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Hawaii hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,784 — roughly 6× the $466 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 Hawaii?
Yes. If a Hawaii hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $466), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Hawaii hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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