How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in California?

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

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,761, with most between $1,193 and $4,779 ($4,035 cash/self-pay). Based on 136 California hospitals — 63% higher than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $7,760 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,761
California · $1,193–$4,779
Cash / self-pay
$4,035
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$7,760
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 136 California 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 California — FAQs

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

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,761, with most between $1,193 and $4,779, based on 136 California hospitals. That's 63% higher than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in California run around $4,035. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,760), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

California hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $7,760 — roughly 2.1× the $3,761 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 California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,761), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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