Cost of a Knee MRI Visit
in Ohio
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Ohio's healthcare market runs approximately 2% below national averages, benefiting from Medicaid expansion and strong insurer competition between Medical Mutual, Anthem, and UHC. Knee MRI patients typically pay between $44.64 and $451.61, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $146.82 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 4,556 active Knee MRI providers across the state, patients can browse all providers in Ohio to find the most affordable option for their specific insurance plan.
Average
$214
Median
$147
Lowest
$45
Highest
$452
Providers
4,556
20% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does mri knee compare to related procedures in Ohio?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI Brain MRI of the brain with and without contrast | 70553 | $78 | $228 | $813 | 4,538 |
| MRI Lumbar Spine MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast | 72148 | $49 | $136 | $457 | 3,589 |
| CT Abdomen & Pelvis CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 74177 | $69 | $184 | $449 | 6,569 |
| CT Chest CT scan of the chest with contrast | 71260 | $41 | $122 | $298 | 4,434 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 73721 — MRI any joint of lower extremity without contrast). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 73721 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 73721 (MRI any joint of lower extremity without contrast), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 73721 covers: the provider's professional fee for mri knee. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Knee MRI Visit Costs Vary Across Ohio
Ohio's healthcare costs run approximately 2% below national averages, reflecting the state's moderate cost of living and competitive insurance market. The presence of major health systems like Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth, combined with robust competition from regional insurers, helps maintain reasonable pricing for diagnostic imaging services.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Ohio's major metropolitan areas including Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati offer abundant imaging options with over 100 facilities each, while rural southeastern counties may have only one or two providers within driving distance. This geographic disparity creates access challenges for rural patients but can result in lower overhead costs at smaller facilities. Urban areas typically see higher facility fees due to real estate costs and higher staffing expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient imaging departments in Ohio often charge 30-50% more than independent imaging centers due to higher overhead costs and facility fees. Major health systems like Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth operate extensive imaging networks with premium pricing, while standalone centers focus on competitive cash pricing. Ambulatory surgery centers increasingly offer imaging services at rates between hospitals and independent facilities.
Insurance Market Competition in Ohio
Ohio benefits from robust competition between Medical Mutual, Anthem, and UHC, along with regional players like Molina and Buckeye Health Plan in the Medicaid market. This competitive environment prevents any single insurer from dominating rate negotiations with providers, resulting in more reasonable negotiated fees. The state's decision not to implement additional insurance regulations beyond federal requirements maintains market flexibility.
Physician Supply and Demand in Ohio
With over 4,556 active providers offering Knee MRI services, Ohio maintains adequate radiologist supply relative to its population of 11.8 million residents. This healthy provider-to-population ratio prevents artificial scarcity pricing while ensuring reasonable wait times for non-urgent imaging. Rural areas face some radiologist shortages, leading to increased use of teleradiology services for interpretation.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Knee MRI Costs in Ohio
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Does Ohio Medicaid cover Knee MRI visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Knee MRI visit in Ohio?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 73721)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Georgia Range: $64 – $1,036 | $447 |
| 2 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $1,001 | $404 |
| 3 | Maine Range: $105 – $701 | $366 |
| 4 | Nevada Range: $80 – $642 | $357 |
| 5 | Wyoming Range: $59 – $697 | $336 |
| 6 | Massachusetts Range: $70 – $590 | $329 |
| 7 | Hawaii Range: $75 – $505 | $322 |
| 8 | Nebraska Range: $123 – $504 | $322 |
| 9 | Minnesota Range: $83 – $507 | $306 |
| 10 | Colorado Range: $60 – $642 | $299 |
| 11 | Washington Range: $59 – $505 | $297 |
| 12 | New Hampshire Range: $77 – $590 | $296 |
| 13 | Iowa Range: $80 – $516 | $296 |
| 14 | Illinois Range: $69 – $595 | $295 |
| 15 | North Carolina Range: $65 – $580 | $290 |
| 16 | Indiana Range: $59 – $595 | $284 |
| 17 | Vermont Range: $57 – $617 | $281 |
| 18 | New Mexico Range: $57 – $588 | $281 |
| 19 | West Virginia Range: $71 – $425 | $274 |
| 20 | Utah Range: $59 – $504 | $273 |
| 21 | District of Columbia Range: $53 – $560 | $272 |
| 22 | Louisiana Range: $55 – $429 | $270 |
| 23 | Rhode Island Range: $59 – $537 | $267 |
| 24 | Oregon Range: $75 – $393 | $265 |
| 25 | Virginia Range: $45 – $569 | $262 |
| 26 | New York Range: $48 – $582 | $262 |
| 27 | South Dakota Range: $131 – $327 | $262 |
| 28 | Alaska Range: $59 – $527 | $261 |
| 29 | Idaho Range: $59 – $462 | $255 |
| 30 | Michigan Range: $62 – $506 | $252 |
| 31 | Kansas Range: $65 – $504 | $249 |
| 32 | Montana Range: $59 – $358 | $248 |
| 33 | Tennessee Range: $66 – $479 | $247 |
| 34 | North Dakota Range: $83 – $327 | $246 |
| 35 | Kentucky Range: $59 – $492 | $242 |
| 36 | Missouri Range: $69 – $461 | $238 |
| 37 | Alabama Range: $53 – $479 | $232 |
| 38 | Pennsylvania Range: $55 – $506 | $232 |
| 39 | Texas Range: $59 – $464 | $230 |
| 40 | South Carolina Range: $58 – $468 | $230 |
| 41 | Delaware Range: $63 – $399 | $226 |
| 42 | California Range: $75 – $505 | $220 |
| 43 | Mississippi Range: $52 – $465 | $220 |
| 44 | Oklahoma Range: $55 – $464 | $219 |
| 45 | New Jersey Range: $47 – $466 | $219 |
| 46 | Maryland Range: $26 – $457 | $218 |
| 47 | Ohio Range: $45 – $452 | $214 |
| 48 | Connecticut Range: $55 – $472 | $211 |
| 49 | Arkansas Range: $66 – $327 | $192 |
| 50 | Florida Range: $35 – $479 | $191 |
| 51 | Arizona Range: $59 – $350 | $183 |