How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Idaho?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Idaho
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,295, with most between $968 and $1,607 ($1,595 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Idaho hospitals — 53% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,127 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Idaho 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 Idaho — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Idaho?
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,295, with most between $968 and $1,607, based on 18 Idaho hospitals. That's 53% higher than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Idaho?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Idaho run around $1,595. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,127), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Idaho hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Idaho hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,127 — roughly 1.6× the $1,295 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 Idaho?
Yes. If a Idaho hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,295), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Idaho hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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