How much does Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Alabama?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Alabama
In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,892, with most between $1,712 and $2,120 ($1,580 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Alabama hospitals — 22% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $2,496 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Alabama — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Alabama?
In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,892, with most between $1,712 and $2,120, based on 34 Alabama hospitals. That's 22% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Alabama?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Alabama run around $1,580. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,496), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Alabama hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Alabama hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $2,496 — roughly 1.3× the $1,892 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 Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Alabama?
Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,892), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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