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

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,322, with most between $731 and $1,989 ($2,588 cash/self-pay). Based on 113 Illinois hospitals — 56% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $4,240 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,322
Illinois · $731–$1,989
Cash / self-pay
$2,588
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,240
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 113 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,322, with most between $731 and $1,989, based on 113 Illinois hospitals. That's 56% higher than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Illinois run around $2,588. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,240), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $4,240 — roughly 3.2× the $1,322 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,322), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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