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

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

In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $700, with most between $358 and $1,368 ($1,407 cash/self-pay). Based on 88 Kansas hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,099 (3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$700
Kansas · $358$1,368
Cash / self-pay
$1,407
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,099
3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 88 Kansas 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 Kansas — FAQs

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

In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $700, with most between $358 and $1,368, based on 88 Kansas hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Kansas run around $1,407. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,099), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kansas hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,099 — roughly 3× the $700 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 Kansas?

Yes. If a Kansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $700), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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