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

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $497, with most between $216 and $1,189 ($1,411 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Missouri hospitals — 41% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $2,529 (5.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$497
Missouri · $216–$1,189
Cash / self-pay
$1,411
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,529
5.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 67 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $497, with most between $216 and $1,189, based on 67 Missouri hospitals. That's 41% lower than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Missouri run around $1,411. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,529), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $2,529 — roughly 5.1× the $497 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $497), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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