How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Arkansas?

X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $113, with most between $103 and $138 ($190 cash/self-pay). Based on 61 Arkansas hospitals — 38% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $397 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$113
Arkansas · $103–$138
Cash / self-pay
$190
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$397
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 61 Arkansas 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 Arkansas — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $113, with most between $103 and $138, based on 61 Arkansas hospitals. That's 38% lower than the national typical of $181.

How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Arkansas run around $190. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $397), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $397 — roughly 3.5× the $113 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 Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $113), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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