How much does Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost in California?
Lumbar epidural steroid injection · CPT 62323 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Lumbar epidural steroid injection is about $1,465, with most between $1,074 and $2,444 ($1,814 cash/self-pay). Based on 218 California hospitals — 23% higher than the national typical of $1,190. Hospital list charges run about $3,728 (2.5× higher).
Source: medians across 218 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection is about $1,465, with most between $1,074 and $2,444, based on 218 California hospitals. That's 23% higher than the national typical of $1,190.
How much does a Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection in California run around $1,814. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,728), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection run about $3,728 — roughly 2.5× the $1,465 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 epidural steroid injection in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,465), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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