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

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

In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,260, with most between $948 and $1,695 ($1,595 cash/self-pay). Based on 19 Idaho hospitals — 45% higher than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $2,186 (1.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,260
Idaho · $948$1,695
Cash / self-pay
$1,595
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,186
1.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 19 Idaho 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 Idaho — FAQs

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

In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,260, with most between $948 and $1,695, based on 19 Idaho hospitals. That's 45% higher than the national typical of $868.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in Idaho run around $1,595. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,186), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Idaho hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $2,186 — roughly 1.7× the $1,260 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 Idaho?

Yes. If a Idaho hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,260), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Idaho hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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