How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Nebraska?

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

In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,034, with most between $335 and $6,065 ($3,169 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Nebraska hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $4,228 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,034
Nebraska · $335$6,065
Cash / self-pay
$3,169
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,228
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Nebraska 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 Nebraska — FAQs

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

In Nebraska, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $2,034, with most between $335 and $6,065, based on 34 Nebraska hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Nebraska run around $3,169. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,228), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Nebraska hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $4,228 — roughly 2.1× the $2,034 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 Nebraska?

Yes. If a Nebraska hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,034), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Nebraska hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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