How much does an X-ray of the lower back cost in Washington?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Washington
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $301, with most between $231 and $346 ($298 cash/self-pay). Based on 44 Washington hospitals — 66% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $523 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 44 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Washington?
In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $301, with most between $231 and $346, based on 44 Washington hospitals. That's 66% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Washington?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Washington run around $298. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $523), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Washington hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Washington hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $523 — roughly 1.7× the $301 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 Washington?
Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $301), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Washington hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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