How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Iowa?

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

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $739, with most between $430 and $2,773 ($1,128 cash/self-pay). Based on 39 Iowa hospitals — 68% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $1,387 (1.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$739
Iowa · $430–$2,773
Cash / self-pay
$1,128
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,387
1.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 39 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs

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

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $739, with most between $430 and $2,773, based on 39 Iowa hospitals. That's 68% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Iowa run around $1,128. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,387), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Iowa hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $1,387 — roughly 1.9× the $739 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 Iowa?

Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $739), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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