How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Pennsylvania?
Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,235, with most between $2,406 and $5,179 ($4,866 cash/self-pay). Based on 76 Pennsylvania hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $11,166 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 76 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,235, with most between $2,406 and $5,179, based on 76 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $5,194.
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in Pennsylvania?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Pennsylvania run around $4,866. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,166), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pennsylvania hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?
Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $11,166 — roughly 2.6× the $4,235 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,235), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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