How much does a Tendon cost in New York City?

Tendon/ligament injection · CPT 20550 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tendon/ligament injection is about $609, with most between $121 and $1,952 ($403 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 New York City hospitals — 40% higher than the national typical of $436. Hospital list charges run about $901 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$609
New York City · $121–$1,952
Cash / self-pay
$403
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$901
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 35 New York City hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Tendon/ligament injection cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Tendon/ligament injection cost in New York City — FAQs

How much does a Tendon/ligament injection cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tendon/ligament injection is about $609, with most between $121 and $1,952, based on 35 New York City hospitals. That's 40% higher than the national typical of $436.

How much does a Tendon/ligament injection cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Tendon/ligament injection in New York City run around $403. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $901), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York City hospital bill for a Tendon/ligament injection so high?

New York City hospital "list" charges for a Tendon/ligament injection run about $901 — roughly 1.5× the $609 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 Tendon/ligament injection in New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $609), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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