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

X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · Metro area: Charlotte

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $149, with most between $33 and $265 ($269 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $539 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$149
Charlotte · $33$265
Cash / self-pay
$269
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$539
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 15 Charlotte 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 Charlotte — FAQs

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

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $149, with most between $33 and $265, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Charlotte run around $269. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $539), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Charlotte hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $539 — roughly 3.6× the $149 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 Charlotte?

Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $149), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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