How much does a Shoulder arthroscopy cost in Texas?

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,147, with most between $1,403 and $4,788 ($3,938 cash/self-pay). Based on 293 Texas hospitals — 36% higher than the national typical of $2,314. Hospital list charges run about $8,185 (2.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,147
Texas · $1,403–$4,788
Cash / self-pay
$3,938
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$8,185
2.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 293 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) is about $3,147, with most between $1,403 and $4,788, based on 293 Texas hospitals. That's 36% higher than the national typical of $2,314.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) in Texas run around $3,938. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,185), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Texas hospital "list" charges for a Shoulder arthroscopy (decompression) run about $8,185 — roughly 2.6× the $3,147 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 Texas?

Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,147), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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