How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in Missouri?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $924, with most between $416 and $3,478 ($2,599 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 Missouri hospitals — 62% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $4,536 (4.9× higher).
Source: medians across 59 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $924, with most between $416 and $3,478, based on 59 Missouri hospitals. That's 62% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Missouri run around $2,599. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,536), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $4,536 — roughly 4.9× the $924 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $924), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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