How much does X-ray of the shoulder cost in Massachusetts?
X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for X-ray of the shoulder is about $170, with most between $101 and $280 ($367 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $369 (2.2× higher).
Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $170, with most between $101 and $280, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $154.
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Massachusetts run around $367. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $369), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $369 — roughly 2.2× the $170 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $170), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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