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

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $859, with most between $240 and $1,723 ($956 cash/self-pay). Based on 88 Minnesota hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,383 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$859
Minnesota · $240$1,723
Cash / self-pay
$956
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,383
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 88 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $859, with most between $240 and $1,723, based on 88 Minnesota hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Minnesota run around $956. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,383), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,383 — roughly 2.8× the $859 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $859), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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