How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Illinois?

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $1,807, with most between $487 and $3,732 ($1,878 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Illinois hospitals — 22% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $5,541 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,807
Illinois · $487–$3,732
Cash / self-pay
$1,878
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,541
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $1,807, with most between $487 and $3,732, based on 54 Illinois hospitals. That's 22% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Illinois run around $1,878. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,541), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $5,541 — roughly 3.1× the $1,807 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,807), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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