How much does Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in New York City?

Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) · CPT 69436 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $2,366, with most between $465 and $4,996 ($1,764 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 New York City hospitals — 21% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$2,366
New York City · $465–$4,996
Cash / self-pay
$1,764
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,140
gross charge

Source: medians across 32 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs

How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $2,366, with most between $465 and $4,996, based on 32 New York City hospitals. That's 21% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

How much does an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in New York City run around $1,764. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,140), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Can I negotiate the cost of an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,366), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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