How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Texas?
Kidney stone lithotripsy · CPT 50590 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $5,418, with most between $4,071 and $7,123 ($9,757 cash/self-pay). Based on 324 Texas hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $5,194. Hospital list charges run about $16,547 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 324 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Kidney stone lithotripsy is about $5,418, with most between $4,071 and $7,123, based on 324 Texas hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $5,194.
How much does a Kidney stone lithotripsy cost without insurance in Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Kidney stone lithotripsy in Texas run around $9,757. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $16,547), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for a Kidney stone lithotripsy so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for a Kidney stone lithotripsy run about $16,547 — roughly 3.1× the $5,418 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,418), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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