How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Maryland?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Maryland
In Maryland, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $114, with most between $112 and $155 ($190 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Maryland hospitals — 37% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $189 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Maryland 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 Maryland — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Maryland?
In Maryland, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $114, with most between $112 and $155, based on 5 Maryland hospitals. That's 37% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Maryland?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Maryland run around $190. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $189), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maryland hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Maryland hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $189 — roughly 1.7× the $114 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 Maryland?
Yes. If a Maryland hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $114), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maryland hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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