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

Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) · CPT 69436 · State: Iowa

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,893, with most between $515 and $2,641 ($1,007 cash/self-pay). Based on 42 Iowa hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$1,893
Iowa · $515–$2,641
Cash / self-pay
$1,007
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,153
gross charge

Source: medians across 42 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs

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

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,893, with most between $515 and $2,641, based on 42 Iowa hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $1,956.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Iowa run around $1,007. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,153), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,893), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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