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

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

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $178, with most between $79 and $408 ($814 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $156. Hospital list charges run about $1,627 (9.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$178
Houston · $79$408
Cash / self-pay
$814
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,627
9.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs

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

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $178, with most between $79 and $408, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $156.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the knee in Houston run around $814. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,627), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Houston hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the knee run about $1,627 — roughly 9.1× the $178 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 Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $178), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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