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

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $205, with most between $154 and $300 ($333 cash/self-pay). Based on 96 Ohio hospitals — 13% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $513 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$205
Ohio · $154–$300
Cash / self-pay
$333
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$513
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 96 Ohio 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 Ohio — FAQs

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $205, with most between $154 and $300, based on 96 Ohio hospitals. That's 13% higher than the national typical of $181.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Ohio run around $333. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $513), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Ohio hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $513 — roughly 2.5× the $205 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 Ohio?

Yes. If a Ohio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $205), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Ohio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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