How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Mississippi?

X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Mississippi

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $161, with most between $102 and $189 ($116 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 Mississippi hospitals — 11% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $311 (1.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$161
Mississippi · $102$189
Cash / self-pay
$116
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$311
1.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 35 Mississippi 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 Mississippi — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $161, with most between $102 and $189, based on 35 Mississippi hospitals. That's 11% lower than the national typical of $181.

How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Mississippi?

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Mississippi run around $116. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $311), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Mississippi hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?

Mississippi hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $311 — roughly 1.9× the $161 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 Mississippi?

Yes. If a Mississippi hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $161), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Mississippi hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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