Surgery
Lower back laminectomy, 1 or 2 levels cost in Illinois
Lower back laminectomy, 1 or 2 levels is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Illinois
From 17 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Illinois.
Nationwide typical: $7,737 (most listed prices $1,490–$20,386).
Cheapest in Illinois
- $1,044
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: SwedishAmerican Medical Group price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,134
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercyhealth Hospital - Freeport price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,247
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Humboldt Park Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,993
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Holy Cross Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,993
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,014Source: Deaconess Illinois Crossroads, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,014Source: Deaconess Illinois Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,014Source: Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital, Inc. price file · checked Oct 2026
- Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital, IncLower back laminectomy, 1 or 2 levelsDoctor fee only$2,014Source: Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,839
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UnityPoint Health - Trinity Moline price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4,733
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers price file · checked Oct 2026 - $6,324
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Gibson Area Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.