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

X-ray of the ankle · CPT 73610 · State: North Carolina

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the ankle is about $147, with most between $36 and $265 ($265 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 North Carolina hospitals — 5% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $530 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$147
North Carolina · $36–$265
Cash / self-pay
$265
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$530
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 53 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs

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

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $147, with most between $36 and $265, based on 53 North Carolina hospitals. That's 5% lower than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in North Carolina run around $265. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $530), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $530 — roughly 3.6× the $147 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 North Carolina?

Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $147), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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