How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Oregon?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Oregon
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $183, with most between $157 and $253 ($220 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Oregon hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $294 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Oregon 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 Oregon — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Oregon?
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $183, with most between $157 and $253, based on 34 Oregon hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Oregon?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Oregon run around $220. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $294), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Oregon hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Oregon hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $294 — roughly 1.6× the $183 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 Oregon?
Yes. If a Oregon hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $183), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oregon hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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