How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in Colorado?

MRI of the thoracic spine · CPT 72146 · State: Colorado

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $951, with most between $614 and $1,811 ($2,303 cash/self-pay). Based on 76 Colorado hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $4,770 (5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$951
Colorado · $614$1,811
Cash / self-pay
$2,303
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,770
5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 76 Colorado hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national MRI of the thoracic spine cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

MRI of the thoracic spine cost in Colorado — FAQs

How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in Colorado?

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $951, with most between $614 and $1,811, based on 76 Colorado hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $868.

How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost without insurance in Colorado?

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in Colorado run around $2,303. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,770), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Colorado hospital bill for an MRI of the thoracic spine so high?

Colorado hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $4,770 — roughly 5× the $951 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 thoracic spine in Colorado?

Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $951), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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