How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Colorado?
Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $9,979, with most between $6,894 and $11,774 ($14,171 cash/self-pay). Based on 60 Colorado hospitals — 92% higher than the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $27,033 (2.7× higher).
Source: medians across 60 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $9,979, with most between $6,894 and $11,774, based on 60 Colorado hospitals. That's 92% higher than the national typical of $5,194.
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Colorado run around $14,171. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $27,033), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $27,033 — roughly 2.7× the $9,979 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $9,979), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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