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

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $182, with most between $105 and $316 ($320 cash/self-pay). Based on 111 Illinois hospitals — 18% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $565 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$182
Illinois · $105$316
Cash / self-pay
$320
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$565
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 111 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

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

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $182, with most between $105 and $316, based on 111 Illinois hospitals. That's 18% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Illinois run around $320. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $565), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $565 — roughly 3.1× the $182 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $182), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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