How much does X-ray of the shoulder cost in Alabama?

X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: Alabama

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the shoulder is about $119, with most between $81 and $196 ($191 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Alabama hospitals — 23% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $419 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$119
Alabama · $81–$196
Cash / self-pay
$191
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$419
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national X-ray of the shoulder cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

X-ray of the shoulder cost in Alabama — FAQs

How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Alabama?

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $119, with most between $81 and $196, based on 52 Alabama hospitals. That's 23% lower than the national typical of $154.

How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in Alabama?

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Alabama run around $191. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $419), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Alabama hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?

Alabama hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $419 — roughly 3.5× the $119 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 an X-ray of the shoulder in Alabama?

Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $119), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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