How much does an Ear tube placement cost in Denver?

Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) · CPT 69436 · Metro area: Denver

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $4,345, with most between $2,665 and $4,858 ($3,156 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Denver hospitals — 122% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$4,345
Denver · $2,665$4,858
Cash / self-pay
$3,156
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,855
gross charge

Source: medians across 16 Denver hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in Denver — FAQs

How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in Denver?

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $4,345, with most between $2,665 and $4,858, based on 16 Denver hospitals. That's 122% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost without insurance in Denver?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Denver run around $3,156. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,855), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Can I negotiate the cost of an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,345), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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