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

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $162, with most between $77 and $176 ($368 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — 5% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $566 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$162
South Carolina · $77$176
Cash / self-pay
$368
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$566
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 South 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 South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the ankle is about $162, with most between $77 and $176, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's 5% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the ankle in South Carolina run around $368. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $566), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the ankle run about $566 — roughly 3.5× the $162 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 South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $162), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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