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

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $353, with most between $272 and $1,934 ($2,746 cash/self-pay). Based on 78 Indiana hospitals — 85% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $5,131 (14.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$353
Indiana · $272–$1,934
Cash / self-pay
$2,746
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,131
14.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 78 Indiana 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 Indiana — FAQs

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

In Indiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $353, with most between $272 and $1,934, based on 78 Indiana hospitals. That's 85% lower than the national typical of $2,434.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Indiana run around $2,746. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,131), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Indiana hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $5,131 — roughly 14.5× the $353 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 Indiana?

Yes. If a Indiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $353), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Indiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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