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

X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · Metro area: Oklahoma City

In Oklahoma City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $331, with most between $58 and $331 ($168 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Oklahoma City hospitals — 83% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $840 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$331
Oklahoma City · $58–$331
Cash / self-pay
$168
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$840
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City — FAQs

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

In Oklahoma City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $331, with most between $58 and $331, based on 5 Oklahoma City hospitals. That's 83% higher than the national typical of $181.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Oklahoma City run around $168. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $840), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Oklahoma City hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $840 — roughly 2.5× the $331 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 Oklahoma City?

Yes. If a Oklahoma City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $331), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oklahoma City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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