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

X-ray of the ankle · CPT 73610 · State: Illinois

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the ankle is about $159, with most between $104 and $303 ($303 cash/self-pay). Based on 114 Illinois hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $550 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$159
Illinois · $104–$303
Cash / self-pay
$303
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$550
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 114 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $159, with most between $104 and $303, based on 114 Illinois hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in Illinois run around $303. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $550), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $550 — roughly 3.5× the $159 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $159), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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