How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Montana?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $213, with most between $169 and $287 ($222 cash/self-pay). Based on 21 Montana hospitals — 18% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $256 (1.2× higher).
Source: medians across 21 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $213, with most between $169 and $287, based on 21 Montana hospitals. That's 18% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Montana run around $222. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $256), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $256 — roughly 1.2× the $213 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 Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $213), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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