How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Illinois?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $173, with most between $127 and $345 ($355 cash/self-pay). Based on 111 Illinois hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $613 (3.5× higher).
Source: medians across 111 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $173, with most between $127 and $345, based on 111 Illinois hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Illinois run around $355. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $613), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $613 — roughly 3.5× the $173 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $173), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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