How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?

X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · Metro area: Dallas–Fort Worth

In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $231, with most between $150 and $255 ($400 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals — 28% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $697 (3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$231
Dallas–Fort Worth · $150–$255
Cash / self-pay
$400
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$697
3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 35 Dallas–Fort Worth 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 Dallas–Fort Worth — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?

In Dallas–Fort Worth, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $231, with most between $150 and $255, based on 35 Dallas–Fort Worth hospitals. That's 28% higher than the national typical of $181.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Dallas–Fort Worth run around $400. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $697), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Dallas–Fort Worth hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $697 — roughly 3× the $231 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 Dallas–Fort Worth?

Yes. If a Dallas–Fort Worth hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $231), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Dallas–Fort Worth hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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