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

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

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the shoulder is about $282, with most between $240 and $384 ($617 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 83% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $1,398 (5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$282
Denver · $240–$384
Cash / self-pay
$617
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,398
5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs

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

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $282, with most between $240 and $384, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 83% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Denver run around $617. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,398), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Denver hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $1,398 — roughly 5× the $282 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 Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $282), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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