How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Louisiana?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,905, with most between $1,988 and $4,902 ($1,979 cash/self-pay). Based on 23 Louisiana hospitals — 69% higher than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $5,617 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 23 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,905, with most between $1,988 and $4,902, based on 23 Louisiana hospitals. That's 69% higher than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Louisiana run around $1,979. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,617), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $5,617 — roughly 1.4× the $3,905 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,905), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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