How much does an Ear tube placement cost in Montana?

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

In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $570, with most between $385 and $1,448 ($401 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Montana hospitals — 71% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$570
Montana · $385$1,448
Cash / self-pay
$401
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$480
gross charge

Source: medians across 5 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs

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

In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $570, with most between $385 and $1,448, based on 5 Montana hospitals. That's 71% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Montana run around $401. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $480), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $570), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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