How much does Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in San Antonio?

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) · CPT 63030 · Metro area: San Antonio

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $4,723, with most between $4,627 and $6,515 ($5,814 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 San Antonio hospitals — 27% lower than the national typical of $6,514. Hospital list charges run about $27,264 (5.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$4,723
San Antonio · $4,627–$6,515
Cash / self-pay
$5,814
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$27,264
5.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 40 San Antonio 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 San Antonio — FAQs

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

In San Antonio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $4,723, with most between $4,627 and $6,515, based on 40 San Antonio hospitals. That's 27% lower than the national typical of $6,514.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in San Antonio run around $5,814. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $27,264), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

San Antonio hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) run about $27,264 — roughly 5.8× the $4,723 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 San Antonio?

Yes. If a San Antonio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,723), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real San Antonio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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