How much does a Breast lump removal cost in California?

Breast lump removal · CPT 19120 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Breast lump removal is about $5,073, with most between $3,472 and $6,700 ($4,196 cash/self-pay). Based on 203 California hospitals — 56% higher than the national typical of $3,242. Hospital list charges run about $8,070 (1.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$5,073
California · $3,472$6,700
Cash / self-pay
$4,196
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$8,070
1.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 203 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Breast lump removal cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Breast lump removal cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Breast lump removal cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Breast lump removal is about $5,073, with most between $3,472 and $6,700, based on 203 California hospitals. That's 56% higher than the national typical of $3,242.

How much does a Breast lump removal cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Breast lump removal in California run around $4,196. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,070), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Breast lump removal so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Breast lump removal run about $8,070 — roughly 1.6× the $5,073 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 a Breast lump removal in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,073), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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