How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Louisiana?
X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $140, with most between $122 and $218 ($188 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 Louisiana hospitals — 9% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $366 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 53 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $140, with most between $122 and $218, based on 53 Louisiana hospitals. That's 9% lower than the national typical of $154.
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Louisiana run around $188. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $366), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $366 — roughly 2.6× the $140 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $140), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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