How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in Arizona?

Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Arizona

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,869, with most between $1,253 and $2,350 ($1,383 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 Arizona hospitals — 23% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $4,119 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,869
Arizona · $1,253–$2,350
Cash / self-pay
$1,383
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,119
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 Arizona 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 Arizona — FAQs

How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Arizona?

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,869, with most between $1,253 and $2,350, based on 36 Arizona hospitals. That's 23% lower than the national typical of $2,434.

How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Arizona?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Arizona run around $1,383. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,119), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arizona hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?

Arizona hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $4,119 — roughly 2.2× the $1,869 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 Arizona?

Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,869), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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