How much does Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Alabama?
Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: Alabama
In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $3,528, with most between $3,111 and $4,331 ($8,022 cash/self-pay). Based on 37 Alabama hospitals — 32% lower than the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $9,332 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 37 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Kidney stone lithotripsy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Alabama — FAQs
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Alabama?
In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $3,528, with most between $3,111 and $4,331, based on 37 Alabama hospitals. That's 32% lower than the national typical of $5,194.
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in Alabama?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Alabama run around $8,022. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,332), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Alabama hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?
Alabama hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $9,332 — roughly 2.6× the $3,528 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Alabama?
Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,528), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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