How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Minnesota?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: Minnesota
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $343, with most between $309 and $1,072 ($1,481 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 Minnesota hospitals — 85% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $2,721 (7.9× higher).
Source: medians across 59 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $343, with most between $309 and $1,072, based on 59 Minnesota hospitals. That's 85% lower than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in Minnesota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Minnesota run around $1,481. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,721), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Minnesota hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
Minnesota hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $2,721 — roughly 7.9× the $343 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 Minnesota?
Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $343), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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