How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Alaska?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Alaska
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $479, with most between $326 and $621 ($550 cash/self-pay). Based on 6 Alaska hospitals — 165% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $675 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 6 Alaska hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Alaska — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Alaska?
In Alaska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $479, with most between $326 and $621, based on 6 Alaska hospitals. That's 165% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Alaska?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Alaska run around $550. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $675), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Alaska hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Alaska hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $675 — roughly 1.4× the $479 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 lower back (lumbar spine) in Alaska?
Yes. If a Alaska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $479), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alaska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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