What is X-ray Lower and Sacral Spine (CPT 72120)?

X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views. This clinical code is utilized across practices and hospitals for diagnostic and therapeutic service documentation.

What do doctors typically charge for X-ray Lower and Sacral Spine?

The nationwide median physician charge for X-ray Lower and Sacral Spine (CPT 72120) is $95.01. Doctor billed charges vary based on geographic region, setting, and overhead.

What is the standard insurance baseline for CPT 72120?

The standard insurance baseline reimbursement rate is $27.68. This represents the customary allowable amount established across standard fee schedules.

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CPT 72120Medical Service

X-ray Lower and Sacral Spine

X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 711 practicing doctors nationwide.

$95.01

Peer Median Charge

Gross billed rate

$27.68

Standard Baseline

Customary allowable

3.4x

National Markup

Charge vs baseline

711

Active Physicians

Billing this code

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Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $95.01. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $27.68 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:

"Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
"What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code 72120 if paid upfront?"
"Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"