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

CT scan of the lumbar spine · CPT 72131 · Metro area: Las Vegas

In Las Vegas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $168, with most between $119 and $168 ($1,383 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 Las Vegas hospitals — 72% lower than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $3,566 (21.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$168
Las Vegas · $119–$168
Cash / self-pay
$1,383
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,566
21.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas — FAQs

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

In Las Vegas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $168, with most between $119 and $168, based on 32 Las Vegas hospitals. That's 72% lower than the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Las Vegas run around $1,383. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,566), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Las Vegas hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $3,566 — roughly 21.2× the $168 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 Las Vegas?

Yes. If a Las Vegas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $168), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Las Vegas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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