How much does X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Wisconsin?
X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) · CPT 72100 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $204, with most between $86 and $333 ($272 cash/self-pay). Based on 104 Wisconsin hospitals — 13% higher than the national typical of $181. Hospital list charges run about $419 (2.1× higher).
Source: medians across 104 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) is about $204, with most between $86 and $333, based on 104 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 13% higher than the national typical of $181.
How much does an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) in Wisconsin run around $272. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $419), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine) run about $419 — roughly 2.1× the $204 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $204), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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