Question 1

How much does Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI cost in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania without insurance?

Accepted Answer

Cash pay prices for Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania range from $3,683 to $6,214 across 7 providers listed on Prevu Med. Independent clinics typically cost far less than hospital outpatient departments.

Question 2

Where is the cheapest place to get Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI in Pittsburgh?

Accepted Answer

The lowest listed cash pay price for Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI in Pittsburgh is $3,683 at UPMC St. Margaret. Comparing before you book can save hundreds of dollars.

Question 3

Is Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI covered by insurance in Pittsburgh?

Accepted Answer

Lower Back (Lumbar) MRI (CPT 72148) is often covered by insurance but cash pay prices are frequently lower than insurance copays or deductibles. Many patients in Pittsburgh pay cash directly to avoid deductibles and get transparent pricing upfront.

Provider	Address	Cash Price
UPMC St. Margaret	815 Freeport Road	$3,683
UPMC Passavant-McCandless	9100 Babcock Boulevard	$3,802
UPMC Mercy	1400 Locust Street	$4,125
UPMC Magee	300 Halket Street	$4,272
UPMC Presbyterian	200 Lothrop Street	$6,214
UPMC Shadyside	5230 Centre Avenue	$6,214
UPMC Montefiore	3459 Fifth Avenue	$6,214

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