The MRI scan is an imaging test that allows physicians to assess a patientâs spinal anatomy and investigate an anatomical cause of the patientâs back pain. The physician will correlate the findings on the MRI scan with the patientâs signs and symptoms of back pain in order to arrive at a clinical diagnosis.
Comments (1) Typical costs: Without health insurance, crutches typically cost $15 to $40 for basic axillary crutches -- the most common type that fit under the arms -- in wood or aluminum; or $40 to $100 or more for deluxe forearm crutches and folding crutches, typically made of metal; or $450 or more for a hands-free crutch.
Additional fees, often not included in your initial quote, may include preoperative tests (which can cost up to $500) as well as the cost of postoperative medications and compression garments (which can be as high as $350). Based on these estimated costs, the total cost of a tummy tuck ranges from $7,475 to $17,650.