Normal to get billed hundreds from Doc’s recommended MRI?
I have an upcoming MRI and just received the estimates for it. In addition to the copay, I’m expected to pay hundreds more tho this was recommended by the doc. See below.
Any way to get this cost reduced?
Code Description Qty Amount 70486 HC CT Maxillofacial WO Contrast 1 2,120.00
Contracted Allowance (based on 577.08 allowed amount) -1,542.92
Your responsibility for charges billed by Hospital 577.08
Posted Dec 1, 2025, 6:54 PM UTC
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