How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in New York City?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · Metro area: New York City
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,408, with most between $626 and $3,837 ($2,233 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 New York City hospitals — 42% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $5,218 (3.7× higher).
Source: medians across 32 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in New York City?
In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,408, with most between $626 and $3,837, based on 32 New York City hospitals. That's 42% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in New York City?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in New York City run around $2,233. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,218), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York City hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
New York City hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $5,218 — roughly 3.7× the $1,408 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 New York City?
Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,408), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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