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

MRI of the thoracic spine · CPT 72146 · Metro area: San Antonio

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $372, with most between $291 and $1,123 ($7,839 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 San Antonio hospitals — 57% lower than the national typical of $868. Hospital list charges run about $7,839 (21.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$372
San Antonio · $291–$1,123
Cash / self-pay
$7,839
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$7,839
21.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 40 San Antonio 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 San Antonio — FAQs

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

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an MRI of the thoracic spine is about $372, with most between $291 and $1,123, based on 40 San Antonio hospitals. That's 57% lower than the national typical of $868.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an MRI of the thoracic spine in San Antonio run around $7,839. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,839), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

San Antonio hospital "list" charges for an MRI of the thoracic spine run about $7,839 — roughly 21.1× the $372 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 San Antonio?

Yes. If a San Antonio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $372), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real San Antonio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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