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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $181, with most between $102 and $313 ($406 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 18% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $406 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$181
Massachusetts · $102$313
Cash / self-pay
$406
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$406
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $181, with most between $102 and $313, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 18% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in Massachusetts run around $406. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $406), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $406 — roughly 2.2× the $181 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $181), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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