MRI of the lower back (lumbar spine), without contrast at East Valley ER & Hospital
CPT 72148 · Gilbert, AZ
These are East Valley ER & Hospital's own posted figures from its standard-charges file dated March 16, 2026. They are not a quote. Source: the hospital's file · its price transparency page.
The posted cash price equals the gross charge: this file shows no self-pay discount for this service.
Across 21 Arizona hospitals we index that post a cash price for this service: lowest $226.55, median $339.82, highest $5,484.00. See every hospital.
Nearby hospitals, same service
| Hospital | Distance | Cash price | Gross charge | File date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Gateway Medical Center Gilbert, AZ | 4.2 mi | $316.39 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-22 |
| Banner Ocotillo Medical Center Chandler, AZ | 6.1 mi | $279.28 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-24 |
| Banner Baywood Medical Center Mesa, AZ | 6.5 mi | $246.08 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| Banner Heart Hospital Mesa, AZ | 6.5 mi | $517.21 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| Honorhealth Four Peaks Medical Center Mesa, AZ | 7.8 mi | $5,484.00 | $5,484.00 | 2026-04-01 |
| Banner Desert Medical Center Mesa, AZ | 9.5 mi | $371.07 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| Banner Ironwood Medical Center Queen Creek, AZ | 14.8 mi | $228.50 | $1,953.00 | 2026-09-23 |
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center Scottsdale, AZ | 16.8 mi | $5,484.00 | $5,484.00 | 2026-04-01 |
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 72148 in this hospital's file
| Row in the hospital's file | Setting | Cash | Gross | Insurer min – max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRI LUMBAR SPINE WO CONTRAST line 121624 | inpatient | $813.60 | $813.60 | $813.60 – $813.60 |
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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