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

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $272, with most between $203 and $374 ($591 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 74% higher than the national typical of $156. Hospital list charges run about $739 (2.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$272
Pittsburgh · $203$374
Cash / self-pay
$591
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$739
2.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the knee is about $272, with most between $203 and $374, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 74% higher than the national typical of $156.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the knee in Pittsburgh run around $591. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $739), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the knee run about $739 — roughly 2.7× the $272 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $272), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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