How much does an MRI of the shoulder cost in Virginia?
MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint · CPT 73221 · State: Virginia
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,232, with most between $608 and $1,360 ($1,932 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Virginia hospitals — 45% higher than the national typical of $849. Hospital list charges run about $3,865 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 51 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost in Virginia?
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint is about $1,232, with most between $608 and $1,360, based on 51 Virginia hospitals. That's 45% higher than the national typical of $849.
How much does an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint cost without insurance in Virginia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint in Virginia run around $1,932. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,865), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Virginia hospital bill for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint so high?
Virginia hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the shoulder/upper extremity joint run about $3,865 — roughly 3.1× the $1,232 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 Virginia?
Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,232), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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