How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in New Jersey?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: New Jersey
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $144, with most between $119 and $213 ($145 cash/self-pay). Based on 63 New Jersey hospitals — 20% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $494 (3.4× higher).
Source: medians across 63 New Jersey 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 New Jersey — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $144, with most between $119 and $213, based on 63 New Jersey hospitals. That's 20% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in New Jersey?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in New Jersey run around $145. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $494), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Jersey hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
New Jersey hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $494 — roughly 3.4× the $144 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 New Jersey?
Yes. If a New Jersey hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $144), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Jersey hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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