CPT 72148 Radiology
Mri lumbar spine w/o dye Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$192
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$192
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.44
Work RVU
4.20
Facility PE RVU
0.10
Malpractice RVU
5.74
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mri lumbar spine w/o dye cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $192. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Mri lumbar spine w/o dye cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $192.