How much does Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Louisiana?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,551, with most between $1,897 and $3,912 ($1,592 cash/self-pay). Based on 29 Louisiana hospitals — 5% higher than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $3,402 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 29 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,551, with most between $1,897 and $3,912, based on 29 Louisiana hospitals. That's 5% higher than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Louisiana run around $1,592. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,402), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $3,402 — roughly 1.3× the $2,551 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,551), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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