How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Idaho?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Idaho
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $205, with most between $160 and $243 ($211 cash/self-pay). Based on 20 Idaho hospitals — 13% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $292 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 20 Idaho 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 Idaho — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Idaho?
In Idaho, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $205, with most between $160 and $243, based on 20 Idaho hospitals. That's 13% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Idaho?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Idaho run around $211. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $292), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Idaho hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Idaho hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $292 — roughly 1.4× the $205 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 Idaho?
Yes. If a Idaho hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $205), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Idaho hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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