How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Pittsburgh?

Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · Metro area: Pittsburgh

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,548, with most between $4,548 and $4,548 ($10,746 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Pittsburgh hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $13,433 (3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$4,548
Pittsburgh · $4,548–$4,548
Cash / self-pay
$10,746
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$13,433
3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Pittsburgh?

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $4,548, with most between $4,548 and $4,548, based on 5 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $5,194.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Pittsburgh run around $10,746. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $13,433), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $13,433 — roughly 3× the $4,548 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,548), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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