How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in North Carolina?

Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: North Carolina

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $393, with most between $379 and $2,288 ($3,500 cash/self-pay). Based on 47 North Carolina hospitals — 83% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $8,854 (22.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$393
North Carolina · $379–$2,288
Cash / self-pay
$3,500
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$8,854
22.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 47 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs

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

In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $393, with most between $379 and $2,288, based on 47 North Carolina hospitals. That's 83% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in North Carolina run around $3,500. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,854), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $8,854 — roughly 22.5× the $393 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 North Carolina?

Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $393), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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