How much does CT scan of the lumbar spine cost in Colorado?

CT scan of the lumbar spine · CPT 72131 · State: Colorado

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $797, with most between $394 and $1,430 ($1,723 cash/self-pay). Based on 77 Colorado hospitals — 35% higher than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $3,401 (4.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$797
Colorado · $394–$1,430
Cash / self-pay
$1,723
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,401
4.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 77 Colorado hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national CT scan of the lumbar spine cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

CT scan of the lumbar spine cost in Colorado — FAQs

How much does a CT scan of the lumbar spine cost in Colorado?

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $797, with most between $394 and $1,430, based on 77 Colorado hospitals. That's 35% higher than the national typical of $590.

How much does a CT scan of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in Colorado?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Colorado run around $1,723. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,401), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a CT scan of the lumbar spine so high?

Colorado hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $3,401 — roughly 4.3× the $797 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Colorado?

Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $797), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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