MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast cost in High Point, NC
MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast costs $1,515 to $2,989 cash across 5 hospitals within 25 miles of High Point.
Price range near High Point
Hospital prices near High Point
Lowest published price here: Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center has the lowest published cash price in this comparison ($1,515) and Medicare's 4-star CMS rating. Combining lowest price with strong government-rated quality is often a useful starting point — your situation may call for different priorities.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
The cash price for your lumbar spine MRI in High Point ranges from about $1,515 to $2,989 — nearly double depending on which facility you choose. That's a real difference: picking the lower-priced option could save you nearly $1,500. Before you schedule, call the billing departments at each hospital and ask specifically for the cash price for an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast. The price you see online may not match what you're quoted, so get it in writing.
Once you have those quotes, ask each hospital whether your insurance has already negotiated a rate for this MRI — that number (your insurance's contracted rate) often beats the cash price, even after your deductible. If you're uninsured or considering self-pay to avoid your deductible, also ask directly whether the facility offers financial assistance based on income; many people qualify but never ask.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast costs between $1,515 and $2,989 at 5 facilities near High Point, North Carolina. The North Carolina statewide average is $3,809.
About this market
Novant Health operates 3 of 5 hospitals near High Point (60%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Novant Health's price of $2,389 is below the North Carolina average of $3,809.
Grundy, NC · 56 mi away · 2★
54 insurance plans. Cheapest: Anthem. Most expensive: Three Rivers Provider Network.
What else you should know
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,515 | $2,525 | 4/5 | 68.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| Lexington Memorial Hospital INC | $2,255 | $4,510 | 3/5 | 72.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| High Point Regional Health System | $2,389 | $4,778 | 2/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Novant Health Thomasville Medical CenterNovant Health | $2,989 | $4,982 | 3/5 | 69.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
| Novant Health Medical Park HospitalNovant Health | — | — | 4/5 | 92.0% | Nonprofit | 14.4 mi |
Common questions
How much does MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast cost in High Point, NC?
MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast costs between $1,515 and $2,989 at 5 facilities near High Point, North Carolina. The median price is $2,389. The North Carolina statewide average is $3,809.
Which hospital is cheapest for MRI Lumbar Spine with and without Contrast near High Point?
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center has the lowest published cash price at $1,515. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 68.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In High Point, the lowest-priced facility (Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Novant Health Medical Park Hospital) has a 4-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →