How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in California?
X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $163, with most between $120 and $258 ($565 cash/self-pay). Based on 218 California hospitals — 6% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $966 (5.9× higher).
Source: medians across 218 California 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 California — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $163, with most between $120 and $258, based on 218 California hospitals. That's 6% higher than the national typical of $154.
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in California run around $565. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $966), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?
California hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $966 — roughly 5.9× the $163 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 California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $163), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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