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

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $3,180, with most between $3,037 and $3,331 ($3,757 cash/self-pay). Based on 22 Utah hospitals — 31% higher than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $5,674 (1.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,180
Utah · $3,037–$3,331
Cash / self-pay
$3,757
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,674
1.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 22 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $3,180, with most between $3,037 and $3,331, based on 22 Utah hospitals. That's 31% higher than the national typical of $2,434.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Utah run around $3,757. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,674), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Utah hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $5,674 — roughly 1.8× the $3,180 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 Utah?

Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,180), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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