How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in North Dakota?
MRI of the thoracic spine · CPT 72146 · State: North Dakota
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,872, with most between $1,461 and $2,338 ($1,926 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 North Dakota hospitals — 116% higher than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $2,911 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 18 North Dakota 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 Dakota — FAQs
How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $1,872, with most between $1,461 and $2,338, based on 18 North Dakota hospitals. That's 116% higher than the national typical of $868.
How much does an MRI of the thoracic spine cost without insurance in North Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in North Dakota run around $1,926. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,911), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Dakota hospital bill for an MRI of the thoracic spine so high?
North Dakota hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $2,911 — roughly 1.6× the $1,872 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 Dakota?
Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,872), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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