How much does an Ear tube placement cost in Washington?

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

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $2,979, with most between $1,574 and $3,495 ($909 cash/self-pay). Based on 27 Washington hospitals — 52% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$2,979
Washington · $1,574$3,495
Cash / self-pay
$909
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,024
gross charge

Source: medians across 27 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs

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

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $2,979, with most between $1,574 and $3,495, based on 27 Washington hospitals. That's 52% higher than the national typical of $1,956.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Washington run around $909. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,024), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,979), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Washington hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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