How much does X-ray of the knee cost in California?
X-ray of the knee · CPT 73562 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the knee is about $156, with most between $120 and $252 ($459 cash/self-pay). Based on 210 California hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $156. Hospital list charges run about $780 (5× higher).
Source: medians across 210 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national X-ray of the knee cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
X-ray of the knee cost in California — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the knee cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $156, with most between $120 and $252, based on 210 California hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $156.
How much does an X-ray of the knee cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the knee in California run around $459. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $780), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for an X-ray of the knee so high?
California hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the knee run about $780 — roughly 5× the $156 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 knee in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $156), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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