How much does Carpal tunnel release cost in California?
Carpal tunnel release · CPT 64721 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Carpal tunnel release is about $2,935, with most between $2,075 and $4,076 ($3,609 cash/self-pay). Based on 204 California hospitals — 25% higher than the national typical of $2,340. Hospital list charges run about $6,940 (2.4× higher).
Source: medians across 204 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Carpal tunnel release cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Carpal tunnel release cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Carpal tunnel release cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carpal tunnel release is about $2,935, with most between $2,075 and $4,076, based on 204 California hospitals. That's 25% higher than the national typical of $2,340.
How much does a Carpal tunnel release cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Carpal tunnel release in California run around $3,609. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,940), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Carpal tunnel release so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Carpal tunnel release run about $6,940 — roughly 2.4× the $2,935 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 Carpal tunnel release in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,935), 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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