How much does Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in North Dakota?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: North Dakota
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $117, with most between $1 and $238 ($270 cash/self-pay). Based on 6 North Dakota hospitals — 95% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $466 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 6 North Dakota 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 Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $117, with most between $1 and $238, based on 6 North Dakota hospitals. That's 95% lower than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in North Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in North Dakota run around $270. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $466), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Dakota hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
North Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $466 — roughly 4× the $117 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 Dakota?
Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $117), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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