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Bones & JointsCPT 72148Common

MRI (Lumbar Spine)

MRI scan of the lower back/lumbar spine

Best Cash Price

$263

at Central Park Imaging

Call (512) 467-7777

vs. St. David's Medical Center· CMS data

$1,547Save 83%
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Estimated Price

Based on aggregator data · Mar 2026

Quick Facts

Code

72148

Category

Bones & Joints

Frequency

Common

Price Variance

Very High

Providers Found

3 in Austin

Best Price Call

(512) 467-7777

Top 3 Austin Providers

Cash-pay prices ranked lowest firstCPT 72148

~Estimated
$263– $1,328
Save up to 12% by choosing wisely
1
Central Park ImagingBEST PRICE~Estimated

Austin, TX

(512) 467-7777

Source: centralparkaustin.com

$263

2

Multiple Austin locations

(512) 451-7900

Source: touchstoneimaging.com

$280

3
Green Imaging~Estimated

Austin, TX

(512) 735-2525

Source: greenimaging.net

$300

Verified = confirmed priceEstimated = aggregator data
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vs. Hospital Prices

What Austin hospitals charge for the same procedure (CPT 72148)

CMS Transparency Data
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You could save $1,283 (83%)

Radiology Assist - Austin charges $264 vs. St. David's Medical Center's cash rate of $1,547.

Radiology Assist - Austin$264
St. David's Medical Center$1,547
HospitalCash Price

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Austin, TX · 2025

$1,389

St. David's South Austin Medical Center

Austin, TX · 2025

$1,423

St. David's Medical Center

Austin, TX · 2025

$1,547

📋 Source: CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule data & NewChoiceHealth.com Austin market data. Hospital cash prices reflect self-pay / uninsured rates. Insurance avg = typical negotiated rate. Data current as of 2025.

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Telehealth Alternative

❌ In-Person Only

This procedure requires hands-on care and cannot be performed remotely. However, you may be able to get an initial consultation or follow-up via telehealth.