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

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

Insurer-negotiated
$1,281
Michigan · $457–$2,012
Cash / self-pay
$2,076
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,270
2.6× the negotiated rate

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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