How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Nebraska?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Nebraska
In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $237, with most between $176 and $428 ($350 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Nebraska hospitals — 31% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $486 (2.1× higher).
Source: medians across 52 Nebraska 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 Nebraska — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $237, with most between $176 and $428, based on 52 Nebraska hospitals. That's 31% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Nebraska?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Nebraska run around $350. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $486), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Nebraska hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Nebraska hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $486 — roughly 2.1× the $237 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 Nebraska?
Yes. If a Nebraska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $237), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Nebraska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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