How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in North Carolina?
MRI of the thoracic spine · CPT 72146 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,262, with most between $229 and $1,903 ($1,942 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 North Carolina hospitals — 45% higher than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $3,884 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 54 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,262, with most between $229 and $1,903, based on 54 North Carolina hospitals. That's 45% higher than the national typical of $868.
How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in North Carolina run around $1,942. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,884), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for an MRI of the thoracic spine so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $3,884 — roughly 3.1× the $1,262 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,262), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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