Lower back nerve ablation (radiofrequency) in Virginia

Common questions

How much does lower back nerve ablation (radiofrequency) cost at a hospital in Virginia?

At 5 Virginia hospitals that publish a cash price, the typical price for lower back nerve ablation (radiofrequency) is $2,748, and most charge between $2,748 and $2,748. The typical rate commercial insurers have negotiated is $6,561. These are hospital prices; independent clinics, imaging centers and labs often charge less.

Is it cheaper to pay cash or use insurance for lower back nerve ablation (radiofrequency)?

At 5 of the 5 hospitals in Virginia that publish both, the cash price is lower than the typical insurer rate. Remember that with insurance you pay only your share of that rate once your deductible is met, and that cash payments usually don't count toward your deductible.

Which hospital in Virginia has the lowest cash price for lower back nerve ablation (radiofrequency)?

Of the hospitals whose price files we have read, the lowest published cash price is $2,748 at Sentara Careplex Hospital. Confirm the price with the hospital before you book.

Does the price include the doctor?

No. These are the hospital's own charges, often called the facility fee. The doctors involved, such as the surgeon, the anesthesiologist or the radiologist who reads a scan, usually send a separate bill.