How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Kentucky?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Kentucky
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $304, with most between $190 and $384 ($326 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Kentucky hospitals — 68% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $612 (2× higher).
Source: medians across 54 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $304, with most between $190 and $384, based on 54 Kentucky hospitals. That's 68% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Kentucky?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Kentucky run around $326. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $612), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Kentucky hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Kentucky hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $612 — roughly 2× the $304 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 Kentucky?
Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $304), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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