How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Colorado?
X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $270, with most between $174 and $310 ($324 cash/self-pay). Based on 77 Colorado hospitals — 75% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $680 (2.5× higher).
Source: medians across 77 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $270, with most between $174 and $310, based on 77 Colorado hospitals. That's 75% higher than the national typical of $154.
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Colorado run around $324. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $680), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $680 — roughly 2.5× the $270 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $270), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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