How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Michigan?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Michigan
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $383, with most between $186 and $885 ($1,681 cash/self-pay). Based on 64 Michigan hospitals — 55% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,882 (7.5× higher).
Source: medians across 64 Michigan 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Michigan?
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $383, with most between $186 and $885, based on 64 Michigan hospitals. That's 55% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Michigan?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Michigan run around $1,681. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,882), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Michigan hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Michigan hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,882 — roughly 7.5× the $383 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 Michigan?
Yes. If a Michigan hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $383), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Michigan hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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