How much does a Lumbar discectomy cost in Connecticut?

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) · CPT 63030 · State: Connecticut

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $3,504, with most between $2,223 and $5,963 ($5,995 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Connecticut hospitals — 46% lower than the national typical of $6,514. Hospital list charges run about $5,995 (1.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,504
Connecticut · $2,223$5,963
Cash / self-pay
$5,995
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,995
1.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Connecticut hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in Connecticut — FAQs

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in Connecticut?

In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $3,504, with most between $2,223 and $5,963, based on 11 Connecticut hospitals. That's 46% lower than the national typical of $6,514.

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost without insurance in Connecticut?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in Connecticut run around $5,995. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,995), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Connecticut hospital bill for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) so high?

Connecticut hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) run about $5,995 — roughly 1.7× the $3,504 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 Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in Connecticut?

Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,504), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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