How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Georgia?

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

In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $155, with most between $96 and $321 ($342 cash/self-pay). Based on 65 Georgia hospitals — 14% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $767 (4.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$155
Georgia · $96$321
Cash / self-pay
$342
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$767
4.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 65 Georgia 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 Georgia — FAQs

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

In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $155, with most between $96 and $321, based on 65 Georgia hospitals. That's 14% lower than the national typical of $181.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Georgia run around $342. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $767), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Georgia hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $767 — roughly 4.9× the $155 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 Georgia?

Yes. If a Georgia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $155), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Georgia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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