How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in South Dakota?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,714, with most between $427 and $2,125 ($2,458 cash/self-pay). Based on 8 South Dakota hospitals — 30% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $3,073 (1.8× higher).
Source: medians across 8 South Dakota 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 Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $1,714, with most between $427 and $2,125, based on 8 South Dakota hospitals. That's 30% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in South Dakota run around $2,458. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,073), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $3,073 — roughly 1.8× the $1,714 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 Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,714), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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