How much does Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Michigan?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Michigan
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,281, with most between $457 and $2,012 ($2,076 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Michigan hospitals — 47% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $3,270 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 52 Michigan 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Michigan?
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,281, with most between $457 and $2,012, based on 52 Michigan hospitals. That's 47% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Michigan?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Michigan run around $2,076. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,270), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Michigan hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Michigan hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $3,270 — roughly 2.6× the $1,281 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 Michigan?
Yes. If a Michigan hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,281), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Michigan hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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