MRI Lumbar Spine Cost at Carolina East Medical Center
72148 (CPT) · New Bern, NC
MRI Lumbar Spine (CPT 72148) at Carolina East Medical Center costs $2,140 cash price (without insurance). The gross charge is $3,567. Negotiated rates with insurance range from $229 to $3,567. This is 10% below the North Carolina average of $2,367. Ranked #1 out of 17 hospitals.
An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of the lumbar spine is a test that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the lower back area. Patients may need this procedure if they are experiencing lower back pain, numbness, or other symptoms that may be related to the spine or spinal cord. During the MRI, the patient lies on a table that slides into a large, tunnel-like machine where the images are taken. The procedure is painless, but the machine can be noisy and the patient may need to hold still for a period of time.
This price is $226 less than the North Carolina average
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does MRI Lumbar Spine cost at Carolina East Medical Center without insurance?
- The cash price for MRI Lumbar Spine (CPT 72148) at Carolina East Medical Center is $2,140. This is 10% below the North Carolina average of $2,367.
- How does Carolina East Medical Center's MRI Lumbar Spine price compare to other hospitals in New Bern, NC?
- Carolina East Medical Center has the lowest cash price out of 17 hospitals in New Bern, NC.
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