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

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

In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $832, with most between $548 and $1,092 ($1,006 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 Oregon hospitals — 41% higher than the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $1,548 (1.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$832
Oregon · $548–$1,092
Cash / self-pay
$1,006
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,548
1.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 Oregon 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 Oregon — FAQs

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

In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $832, with most between $548 and $1,092, based on 32 Oregon hospitals. That's 41% higher than the national typical of $590.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Oregon run around $1,006. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,548), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Oregon hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $1,548 — roughly 1.9× the $832 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 Oregon?

Yes. If a Oregon hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $832), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oregon hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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