How much does a CT scan of the lumbar spine cost in North Dakota?
CT scan of the lumbar spine · CPT 72131 · State: North Dakota
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $1,331, with most between $1,039 and $1,696 ($1,274 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 North Dakota hospitals — 126% higher than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $1,956 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 18 North Dakota 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 North Dakota — FAQs
How much does a CT scan of the lumbar spine cost in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $1,331, with most between $1,039 and $1,696, based on 18 North Dakota hospitals. That's 126% higher than the national typical of $590.
How much does a CT scan of the lumbar spine cost without insurance in North Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in North Dakota run around $1,274. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,956), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Dakota hospital bill for a CT scan of the lumbar spine so high?
North Dakota hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $1,956 — roughly 1.5× the $1,331 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 North Dakota?
Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,331), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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