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

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $169, with most between $45 and $252 ($175 cash/self-pay). Based on 88 Minnesota hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $380 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$169
Minnesota · $45$252
Cash / self-pay
$175
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$380
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 88 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $169, with most between $45 and $252, based on 88 Minnesota hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in Minnesota run around $175. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $380), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $380 — roughly 2.2× the $169 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $169), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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