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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,957, with most between $740 and $2,560 ($2,476 cash/self-pay). Based on 23 Massachusetts hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $3,175 (1.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,957
Massachusetts · $740–$2,560
Cash / self-pay
$2,476
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,175
1.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 23 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,957, with most between $740 and $2,560, based on 23 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $2,434.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Massachusetts run around $2,476. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,175), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $3,175 — roughly 1.6× the $1,957 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,957), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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