How much does an Ear tube placement cost in Wisconsin?

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,393, with most between $415 and $3,292 ($744 cash/self-pay). Based on 92 Wisconsin hospitals — 29% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

Insurer-negotiated
$1,393
Wisconsin · $415$3,292
Cash / self-pay
$744
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,145
gross charge

Source: medians across 92 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs

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

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) is about $1,393, with most between $415 and $3,292, based on 92 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 29% lower than the national typical of $1,956.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ear tube placement (tympanostomy) in Wisconsin run around $744. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,145), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,393), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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