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

MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · Metro area: Phoenix

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $965, with most between $582 and $1,048 ($807 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Phoenix hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $3,216 (3.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$965
Phoenix · $582$1,048
Cash / self-pay
$807
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,216
3.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 16 Phoenix 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 Phoenix — FAQs

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

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $965, with most between $582 and $1,048, based on 16 Phoenix hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $849.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Phoenix run around $807. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,216), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Phoenix hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $3,216 — roughly 3.3× the $965 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 Phoenix?

Yes. If a Phoenix hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $965), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Phoenix hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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