How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Montana?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $257, with most between $249 and $507 ($286 cash/self-pay). Based on 8 Montana hospitals — 89% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $346 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 8 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $257, with most between $249 and $507, based on 8 Montana hospitals. That's 89% lower than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Montana run around $286. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $346), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $346 — roughly 1.3× the $257 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 Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $257), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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