How much does Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) cost in Tennessee?

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $1,869, with most between $1,281 and $2,879 ($1,964 cash/self-pay). Based on 74 Tennessee hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $3,506 (1.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,869
Tennessee · $1,281–$2,879
Cash / self-pay
$1,964
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,506
1.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 74 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs

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

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $1,869, with most between $1,281 and $2,879, based on 74 Tennessee hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Tennessee run around $1,964. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,506), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $3,506 — roughly 1.9× the $1,869 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 Tennessee?

Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,869), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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