How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in South Dakota?
Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) · CPT 29826 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $199, with most between $168 and $1,778 ($2,046 cash/self-pay). Based on 7 South Dakota hospitals — 91% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $3,661 (18.4× higher).
Source: medians across 7 South 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 South Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $199, with most between $168 and $1,778, based on 7 South Dakota hospitals. That's 91% lower than the national typical of $2,314.
How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in South Dakota run around $2,046. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,661), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $3,661 — roughly 18.4× the $199 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 South Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $199), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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