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

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $789, with most between $240 and $1,398 ($765 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Minnesota hospitals — 9% lower than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $1,801 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$789
Minnesota · $240$1,398
Cash / self-pay
$765
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,801
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 92 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $789, with most between $240 and $1,398, based on 92 Minnesota hospitals. That's 9% lower than the national typical of $868.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in Minnesota run around $765. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,801), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $1,801 — roughly 2.3× the $789 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $789), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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