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

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $578, with most between $136 and $1,060 ($1,238 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $1,430 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$578
Maine · $136$1,060
Cash / self-pay
$1,238
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,430
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $578, with most between $136 and $1,060, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Maine run around $1,238. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,430), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $1,430 — roughly 2.5× the $578 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $578), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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