MRI of the mid back (thoracic spine), without contrast at Banner Desert Medical Center
CPT 72146 · Mesa, AZ
These are Banner Desert Medical Center's own posted figures from its standard-charges file dated September 23, 2026. They are not a quote. Source: the hospital's file · its price transparency page.
Across 21 Arizona hospitals we index that post a cash price for this service: lowest $190.82, median $292.80, highest $6,122.00. See every hospital.
Nearby hospitals, same service
| Hospital | Distance | Cash price | Gross charge | File date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Ocotillo Medical Center Chandler, AZ | 7.8 mi | $235.24 | $1,645.00 | 2026-09-24 |
| Banner Gateway Medical Center Gilbert, AZ | 7.9 mi | $266.49 | $1,645.00 | 2026-09-22 |
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center Scottsdale, AZ | 8.4 mi | $6,122.00 | $6,122.00 | 2026-04-01 |
| Valleywise Health Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | 8.7 mi | $292.80 | $5,200.00 | 2026-06-28 |
| Banner Baywood Medical Center Mesa, AZ | 9.2 mi | $207.27 | $1,645.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| Banner Heart Hospital Mesa, AZ | 9.2 mi | $435.65 | $1,645.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| East Valley ER & Hospital Gilbert, AZ | 9.5 mi | $3,044.00 | $3,044.00 | 2026-03-16 |
| Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix Phoenix, AZ | 11.6 mi | $236.88 | $1,645.00 | 2026-09-25 |
Distances are straight-line from ZIP code centers. Each hospital's figures come from its own file; files are updated on different dates.
Every row for CPT 72146 in this hospital's file
| Row in the hospital's file | Setting | Cash | Gross | Insurer min – max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI SPINE THORACIC WO CNT line 14156 | outpatient | $312.55 | $1,645.00 | $166.84 – $1,618.00 |
| MRI SPINE THORACIC WO CNT line 14155 | inpatient | $312.55 | $1,645.00 | $740.25 – $1,233.75 |
The first row is the one used above. A price for one code usually covers the hospital's facility charge only; the doctor, anesthesia, pathology and other services can be billed separately. Ask the hospital for a good faith estimate before a scheduled service: if you pay yourself and the bill comes in $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it under the No Surprises Act.
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