How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Rhode Island?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $158, with most between $133 and $162 ($335 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 13% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $377 (2.4× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $158, with most between $133 and $162, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 13% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Rhode Island?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Rhode Island run around $335. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $377), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Rhode Island hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $377 — roughly 2.4× the $158 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $158), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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