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

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $271, with most between $202 and $372 ($574 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 76% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $718 (2.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$271
Pittsburgh · $202$372
Cash / self-pay
$574
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$718
2.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $271, with most between $202 and $372, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 76% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in Pittsburgh run around $574. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $718), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $718 — roughly 2.6× the $271 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $271), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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