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

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

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $579, with most between $493 and $1,545 ($1,116 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Phoenix hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $4,520 (7.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$579
Phoenix · $493$1,545
Cash / self-pay
$1,116
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,520
7.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Phoenix 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 Phoenix — FAQs

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

In Phoenix, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $579, with most between $493 and $1,545, based on 18 Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Phoenix run around $1,116. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,520), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Phoenix hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $4,520 — roughly 7.8× the $579 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 Phoenix?

Yes. If a Phoenix hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $579), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Phoenix hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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