How much does a Destruction of skin lesion cost in South Dakota?

Destruction of skin lesion · CPT 17000 · State: South Dakota

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Destruction of skin lesion is about $148, with most between $114 and $202 ($187 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 South Dakota hospitals — 43% lower than the national typical of $260. Hospital list charges run about $194 (1.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$148
South Dakota · $114$202
Cash / self-pay
$187
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$194
1.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 South Dakota hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Destruction of skin lesion cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Destruction of skin lesion cost in South Dakota — FAQs

How much does a Destruction of skin lesion cost in South Dakota?

In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Destruction of skin lesion is about $148, with most between $114 and $202, based on 12 South Dakota hospitals. That's 43% lower than the national typical of $260.

How much does a Destruction of skin lesion cost without insurance in South Dakota?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Destruction of skin lesion in South Dakota run around $187. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $194), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Destruction of skin lesion so high?

South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Destruction of skin lesion run about $194 — roughly 1.3× the $148 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 Destruction of skin lesion in South Dakota?

Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $148), 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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