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).

Insurer-negotiated
$383
Michigan · $186$885
Cash / self-pay
$1,681
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,882
7.5× the negotiated rate

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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