How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Denver?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $292, with most between $206 and $309 ($708 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 61% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $1,329 (4.6× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $292, with most between $206 and $309, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 61% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Denver run around $708. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,329), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $1,329 — roughly 4.6× the $292 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $292), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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