How much does MRI of the thoracic spine cost in Maine?

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for MRI of the thoracic spine is about $854, with most between $199 and $1,535 ($1,465 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $2,136 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$854
Maine · $199–$1,535
Cash / self-pay
$1,465
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,136
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $854, with most between $199 and $1,535, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $868.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in Maine run around $1,465. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,136), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $2,136 — roughly 2.5× the $854 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $854), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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