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

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

In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $746, with most between $438 and $1,268 ($1,212 cash/self-pay). Based on 65 Georgia hospitals — 26% higher than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $2,561 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$746
Georgia · $438$1,268
Cash / self-pay
$1,212
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,561
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 65 Georgia 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 Georgia — FAQs

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

In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $746, with most between $438 and $1,268, based on 65 Georgia hospitals. That's 26% higher than the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Georgia run around $1,212. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,561), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Georgia hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $2,561 — roughly 3.4× the $746 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 Georgia?

Yes. If a Georgia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $746), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Georgia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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