How much does Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Houston?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,962, with most between $2,557 and $3,595 ($16,961 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 Houston hospitals — 28% higher than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $16,961 (5.7× higher).
Source: medians across 35 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,962, with most between $2,557 and $3,595, based on 35 Houston hospitals. That's 28% higher than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Houston run around $16,961. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $16,961), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $16,961 — roughly 5.7× the $2,962 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,962), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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