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

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

In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $562, with most between $217 and $1,120 ($1,122 cash/self-pay). Based on 88 Kansas hospitals — 5% lower than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $1,762 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$562
Kansas · $217$1,120
Cash / self-pay
$1,122
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,762
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 88 Kansas 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 Kansas — FAQs

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

In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $562, with most between $217 and $1,120, based on 88 Kansas hospitals. That's 5% lower than the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Kansas run around $1,122. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,762), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kansas hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $1,762 — roughly 3.1× the $562 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 Kansas?

Yes. If a Kansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $562), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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