CPT 72157 Radiology
Mri chest spine w/o & w/dye Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$319
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$319
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
2.23
Work RVU
7.15
Facility PE RVU
0.16
Malpractice RVU
9.54
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mri chest spine w/o & w/dye cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $319. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Mri chest spine w/o & w/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 $319.