How much does Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in Michigan?
Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) · CPT 69436 · State: Michigan
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $758, with most between $244 and $1,382 ($522 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Michigan hospitals — 61% lower than the national typical of $1,956. Hospital list charges run about $1,045 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 51 Michigan 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in Michigan?
In Michigan, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $758, with most between $244 and $1,382, based on 51 Michigan hospitals. That's 61% lower than the national typical of $1,956.
How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost without insurance in Michigan?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Michigan run around $522. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,045), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Michigan hospital bill for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) so high?
Michigan hospital "list" charges for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) run about $1,045 — roughly 1.4× the $758 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 an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Michigan?
Yes. If a Michigan hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $758), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Michigan hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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