How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Massachusetts?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $220, with most between $135 and $323 ($479 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 22% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $507 (2.3× higher).
Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $220, with most between $135 and $323, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 22% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Massachusetts run around $479. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $507), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $507 — roughly 2.3× the $220 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $220), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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