How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in New Mexico?
X-ray of the shoulder · CPT 73030 · State: New Mexico
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $129, with most between $101 and $162 ($285 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 New Mexico hospitals — 16% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $659 (5.1× higher).
Source: medians across 10 New Mexico 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 New Mexico — FAQs
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $129, with most between $101 and $162, based on 10 New Mexico hospitals. That's 16% lower than the national typical of $154.
How much does an X-ray of the shoulder cost without insurance in New Mexico?
Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in New Mexico run around $285. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $659), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Mexico hospital bill for an X-ray of the shoulder so high?
New Mexico hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $659 — roughly 5.1× the $129 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 New Mexico?
Yes. If a New Mexico hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $129), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Mexico hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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