How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in New York?

Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: New York

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $5,236, with most between $2,938 and $7,428 ($6,867 cash/self-pay). Based on 123 New York hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $10,500 (2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$5,236
New York · $2,938$7,428
Cash / self-pay
$6,867
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$10,500
2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 123 New York 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 New York — FAQs

How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in New York?

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $5,236, with most between $2,938 and $7,428, based on 123 New York hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $5,194.

How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in New York?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in New York run around $6,867. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $10,500), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?

New York hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $10,500 — roughly 2× the $5,236 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 New York?

Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,236), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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