How much does Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Connecticut?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Connecticut
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,508, with most between $1,943 and $3,118 ($7,232 cash/self-pay). Based on 13 Connecticut hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $7,873 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 13 Connecticut 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 Connecticut — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,508, with most between $1,943 and $3,118, based on 13 Connecticut hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Connecticut?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Connecticut run around $7,232. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,873), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Connecticut hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Connecticut hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $7,873 — roughly 3.1× the $2,508 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 Connecticut?
Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,508), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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