How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Illinois?
Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,632, with most between $2,575 and $9,498 ($4,685 cash/self-pay). Based on 62 Illinois hospitals — 11% lower than the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $8,471 (1.8× higher).
Source: medians across 62 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,632, with most between $2,575 and $9,498, based on 62 Illinois hospitals. That's 11% lower than the national typical of $5,194.
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Illinois run around $4,685. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,471), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $8,471 — roughly 1.8× the $4,632 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,632), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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