How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Maine?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $153, with most between $39 and $371 ($268 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — 15% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $474 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $153, with most between $39 and $371, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's 15% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Maine run around $268. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $474), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $474 — roughly 3.1× the $153 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $153), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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