How much does Tendon/ligament injection cost in South Carolina?
Tendon/ligament injection · CPT 20550 · State: South Carolina
In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tendon/ligament injection is about $527, with most between $393 and $1,275 ($534 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — 21% higher than the national typical of $436. Hospital list charges run about $794 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 32 South Carolina 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 South Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Tendon/ligament injection cost in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tendon/ligament injection is about $527, with most between $393 and $1,275, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's 21% higher than the national typical of $436.
How much does a Tendon/ligament injection cost without insurance in South Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tendon/ligament injection in South Carolina run around $534. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $794), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Carolina hospital bill for a Tendon/ligament injection so high?
South Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Tendon/ligament injection run about $794 — roughly 1.5× the $527 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 South Carolina?
Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $527), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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