How much does an X-ray of the knee cost in Illinois?
X-ray of the knee · CPT 73562 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $178, with most between $111 and $325 ($331 cash/self-pay). Based on 111 Illinois hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $156. Hospital list charges run about $565 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 111 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the knee cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $178, with most between $111 and $325, based on 111 Illinois hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $156.
How much does an X-ray of the knee cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the knee in Illinois run around $331. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $565), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for an X-ray of the knee so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the knee run about $565 — roughly 3.2× 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $178), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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