How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation cost in Virginia?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Virginia
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $3,973, with most between $2,978 and $5,064 ($2,748 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Virginia hospitals — 63% higher than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $5,495 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 41 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Virginia?
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $3,973, with most between $2,978 and $5,064, based on 41 Virginia hospitals. That's 63% higher than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Virginia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Virginia run around $2,748. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,495), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Virginia hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Virginia hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $5,495 — roughly 1.4× the $3,973 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 Virginia?
Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,973), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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