How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Arkansas?

Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,707, with most between $1,321 and $2,899 ($1,429 cash/self-pay). Based on 25 Arkansas hospitals — 17% higher than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $5,716 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,707
Arkansas · $1,321$2,899
Cash / self-pay
$1,429
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,716
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 25 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,707, with most between $1,321 and $2,899, based on 25 Arkansas hospitals. That's 17% higher than the national typical of $2,314.

How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Arkansas run around $1,429. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,716), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $5,716 — roughly 2.1× the $2,707 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 Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,707), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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