Published cash self-pay prices for MRI Lower Back (CPT 72148) at hospitals in Rochester, New York — about 3 hours from Toronto, ON. The local price is $283, against a US national median of $1,972 — 86% below the national median.
| Hospital | Cash price | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND HOSPITAL 1000 SOUTH AVE, ROCHESTER, NY 14620 | $283 | (585) 473-2200 |
| URMC STRONG WEST 156 WEST AVENUE, BROCKPORT, NY 14420 | $283 | (585) 785-1000 |
The published self-pay price is $283 across 2 facilities. The US national median for CPT 72148 is $1,972.
Yes. A self-pay or cash price is the rate a hospital publishes for patients paying directly rather than through a US insurance plan. It does not require US insurance, residency, or citizenship. Confirm the quote and what it includes with the facility before you travel.
Not necessarily. A published price usually covers the facility charge for that specific code. Anaesthesia, the physician's own fee, implants, imaging contrast, and follow-up are often billed separately. Ask the hospital for a written all-in quote for your case.
Provincial plans reimburse out-of-country care only in limited, usually pre-approved circumstances, and typically at their own rates rather than what a US hospital charges. Check with your provincial ministry of health before assuming any reimbursement.
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