How much does an X-ray of the knee cost in Charlotte?

X-ray of the knee · CPT 73562 · Metro area: Charlotte

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $129, with most between $39 and $217 ($219 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — 17% lower than the national typical of $156. Hospital list charges run about $439 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$129
Charlotte · $39$217
Cash / self-pay
$219
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$439
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 15 Charlotte 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 Charlotte — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the knee cost in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $129, with most between $39 and $217, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's 17% lower than the national typical of $156.

How much does an X-ray of the knee cost without insurance in Charlotte?

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the knee in Charlotte run around $219. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $439), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Charlotte hospital bill for an X-ray of the knee so high?

Charlotte hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the knee run about $439 — roughly 3.4× the $129 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 Charlotte?

Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $129), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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