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

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,893, with most between $2,427 and $4,691 ($3,524 cash/self-pay). Based on 31 South Carolina hospitals — 19% higher than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $5,422 (1.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,893
South Carolina · $2,427–$4,691
Cash / self-pay
$3,524
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,422
1.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 31 South Carolina 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 South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,893, with most between $2,427 and $4,691, based on 31 South Carolina hospitals. That's 19% higher than the national typical of $2,434.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in South Carolina run around $3,524. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,422), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $5,422 — roughly 1.9× the $2,893 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 South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,893), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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