How much does an X-ray of the ankle cost in Houston?

X-ray of the ankle · CPT 73610 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $174, with most between $73 and $407 ($818 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 13% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $1,637 (9.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$174
Houston · $73$407
Cash / self-pay
$818
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,637
9.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national X-ray of the ankle cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

X-ray of the ankle cost in Houston — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the ankle cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $174, with most between $73 and $407, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 13% higher than the national typical of $154.

How much does an X-ray of the ankle cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in Houston run around $818. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,637), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Houston hospital bill for an X-ray of the ankle so high?

Houston hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $1,637 — roughly 9.4× the $174 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 an X-ray of the ankle in Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $174), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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