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

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $347, with most between $268 and $1,118 ($1,270 cash/self-pay). Based on 90 Indiana hospitals — 59% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,897 (8.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$347
Indiana · $268$1,118
Cash / self-pay
$1,270
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,897
8.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 90 Indiana 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 Indiana — FAQs

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $347, with most between $268 and $1,118, based on 90 Indiana hospitals. That's 59% lower than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Indiana run around $1,270. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,897), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Indiana hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,897 — roughly 8.3× the $347 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 Indiana?

Yes. If a Indiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $347), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Indiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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