How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in Denver?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $4,239, with most between $2,872 and $4,417 ($2,579 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 74% higher than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $6,447 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 17 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $4,239, with most between $2,872 and $4,417, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 74% higher than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Denver run around $2,579. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,447), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $6,447 — roughly 1.5× the $4,239 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,239), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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