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

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $300, with most between $159 and $433 ($321 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Kentucky hospitals — 95% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $586 (2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$300
Kentucky · $159$433
Cash / self-pay
$321
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$586
2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $300, with most between $159 and $433, based on 51 Kentucky hospitals. That's 95% higher than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Kentucky run around $321. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $586), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kentucky hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $586 — roughly 2× the $300 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 Kentucky?

Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $300), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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