How much does an Ear tube placement cost in Pennsylvania?

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,394, with most between $1,023 and $2,048 ($378 cash/self-pay). Based on 68 Pennsylvania hospitals — 29% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$1,394
Pennsylvania · $1,023$2,048
Cash / self-pay
$378
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,510
gross charge

Source: medians across 68 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,394, with most between $1,023 and $2,048, based on 68 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 29% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Pennsylvania run around $378. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,510), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,394), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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