How much does Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Wisconsin?
Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) · CPT 64635 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,206, with most between $908 and $4,160 ($2,189 cash/self-pay). Based on 91 Wisconsin hospitals — 9% lower than the national typical of $2,434. Hospital list charges run about $3,474 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 91 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) is about $2,206, with most between $908 and $4,160, based on 91 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 9% lower than the national typical of $2,434.
How much does a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) in Wisconsin run around $2,189. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,474), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for a Facet joint nerve ablation (lumbar) run about $3,474 — roughly 1.6× the $2,206 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,206), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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