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

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $273, with most between $233 and $288 ($386 cash/self-pay). Based on 24 Utah hospitals — 51% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $574 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$273
Utah · $233–$288
Cash / self-pay
$386
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$574
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 24 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs

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

In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $273, with most between $233 and $288, based on 24 Utah hospitals. That's 51% higher than the national typical of $181.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Utah run around $386. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $574), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Utah hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $574 — roughly 2.1× the $273 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 Utah?

Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $273), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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