Lumbar Laminectomy for Back Pain
This is a surgery to remove part of one or more lumbar vertebrae, the bones that make up the lower part of the spine.
How much does it cost?
This is the typical price paid in your area. Your actual health costs may vary based on your health status, insurance plan, health care provider and other factors.
Average Price
$67,015
Typical Price Range
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Each bundle includes steps and services that are part of a typical treatment plan.
Step 1
A visit with a health care provider for a detailed evaluation and treatment of your back pain.
$165 Avg
What's Included?
What's Included?
| Service | Average |
|---|---|
| X-ray | $44 |
| Office visit for established patient | $121 |
Step 2
Pre-surgical Labs and tests.
$55 Avg
What's Included?
What's Included?
| Service | Average |
|---|---|
| Blood sample collection | $3 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel | $11 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) test | $9 |
| Blood clotting time test | $4 |
| Blood coagulation test | $6 |
| EKG, including report | $22 |
Step 3
Surgery that removes part of one or more lumbar vertebrae.
$66,219 Avg
What's Included?
What's Included?
| Service | Average |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | $1,418 |
| Procedure for fusion of spine bones | $1,872 |
| Insertion of spinal instrument at base of neck | $982 |
| Insertion of device into the spine and fusion of vertebrae | $355 |
| Inpatient stay for spinal surgery (facility fee) | $60,179 |
| Partial removal of bone and/or release spinal nerves | $1,025 |
| X-ray | $18 |
| Procedure to measure nervous system using electrodes | $62 |
| Hospital care, first provider visit | $223 |
| Hospital care, second provider visit | $85 |
Step 4
An exercise program guided by a professional who understands the special needs of people recovering from back surgery.
$451 Avg
What's Included?
What's Included?
| Service | Average |
|---|---|
| Therapy procedures to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility | $234 |
| Physical therapy | $138 |
| Evaluation of physical therapy | $79 |
Step 5
A follow up office visit and x-ray after you have left the hospital.
$125 Avg
What's Included?
What's Included?
| Service | Average |
|---|---|
| X-ray | $44 |
| Office visit for established patient | $81 |