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

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $597, with most between $591 and $1,064 ($1,863 cash/self-pay). Based on 25 Utah hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $590. Hospital list charges run about $2,882 (4.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$597
Utah · $591–$1,064
Cash / self-pay
$1,863
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,882
4.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 25 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a CT scan of the lumbar spine is about $597, with most between $591 and $1,064, based on 25 Utah 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 Utah?

Cash or self-pay prices for a CT scan of the lumbar spine in Utah run around $1,863. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,882), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Utah hospital "list" charges for a CT scan of the lumbar spine run about $2,882 — roughly 4.8× the $597 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 Utah?

Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $597), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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