How much does a Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost in Philadelphia?

Lumbar epidural steroid injection · CPT 62323 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection is about $2,038, with most between $1,690 and $2,478 ($726 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 71% higher than the national typical of $1,190. Hospital list charges run about $4,490 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,038
Philadelphia · $1,690$2,478
Cash / self-pay
$726
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,490
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does a Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection is about $2,038, with most between $1,690 and $2,478, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 71% higher than the national typical of $1,190.

How much does a Lumbar epidural steroid injection cost without insurance in Philadelphia?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection in Philadelphia run around $726. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,490), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection so high?

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar epidural steroid injection run about $4,490 — roughly 2.2× the $2,038 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,038), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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