How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Arizona?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Arizona
In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $174, with most between $128 and $239 ($236 cash/self-pay). Based on 48 Arizona hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $654 (3.8× higher).
Source: medians across 48 Arizona 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 Arizona — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Arizona?
In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $174, with most between $128 and $239, based on 48 Arizona hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Arizona?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Arizona run around $236. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $654), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arizona hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Arizona hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $654 — roughly 3.8× the $174 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 Arizona?
Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $174), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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