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

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

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $173, with most between $106 and $209 ($214 cash/self-pay). Based on 71 Iowa hospitals — 12% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $269 (1.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$173
Iowa · $106$209
Cash / self-pay
$214
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$269
1.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 71 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs

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

In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $173, with most between $106 and $209, based on 71 Iowa hospitals. That's 12% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Iowa run around $214. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $269), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Iowa hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $269 — roughly 1.6× the $173 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 Iowa?

Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $173), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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