How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in New Jersey?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: New Jersey
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $681, with most between $414 and $1,388 ($347 cash/self-pay). Based on 62 New Jersey hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $4,125 (6.1× higher).
Source: medians across 62 New Jersey 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 New Jersey — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $681, with most between $414 and $1,388, based on 62 New Jersey hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in New Jersey?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in New Jersey run around $347. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,125), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Jersey hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
New Jersey hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $4,125 — roughly 6.1× the $681 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 New Jersey?
Yes. If a New Jersey hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $681), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Jersey hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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