CPT 73720 Radiology
Mri lwr extremity w/o&w/dye Cost
Body System: General
Medicare Facility Rate
$335
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$335
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
2.10
Work RVU
7.78
Facility PE RVU
0.15
Malpractice RVU
10.03
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mri lwr extremity w/o&w/dye cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $335. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Mri lwr extremity 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 $335.