How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Maine?

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $267, with most between $256 and $296 ($526 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 Maine hospitals — 88% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $1,594 (6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$267
Maine · $256–$296
Cash / self-pay
$526
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,594
6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 10 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $267, with most between $256 and $296, based on 10 Maine hospitals. That's 88% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Maine run around $526. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,594), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $1,594 — roughly 6× the $267 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $267), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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