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

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $698, with most between $462 and $1,193 ($1,182 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Louisiana hospitals — 18% higher than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $2,290 (3.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$698
Louisiana · $462–$1,193
Cash / self-pay
$1,182
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,290
3.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $698, with most between $462 and $1,193, based on 51 Louisiana hospitals. That's 18% higher than the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Louisiana run around $1,182. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,290), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $2,290 — roughly 3.3× the $698 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $698), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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