How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in New York?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: New York
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $125, with most between $62 and $191 ($230 cash/self-pay). Based on 143 New York hospitals — 31% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $345 (2.8× higher).
Source: medians across 143 New York 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 York — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in New York?
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $125, with most between $62 and $191, based on 143 New York hospitals. That's 31% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in New York?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in New York run around $230. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $345), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
New York hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $345 — roughly 2.8× the $125 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 York?
Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $125), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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