How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Virginia?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Virginia
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $167, with most between $137 and $293 ($366 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Virginia hospitals — 8% lower than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $733 (4.4× higher).
Source: medians across 51 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Virginia?
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $167, with most between $137 and $293, based on 51 Virginia hospitals. That's 8% lower than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Virginia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Virginia run around $366. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $733), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Virginia hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Virginia hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $733 — roughly 4.4× the $167 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 Virginia?
Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $167), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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