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

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $144, with most between $97 and $244 ($372 cash/self-pay). Based on 143 Pennsylvania hospitals — 6% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $513 (3.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$144
Pennsylvania · $97$244
Cash / self-pay
$372
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$513
3.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 143 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $144, with most between $97 and $244, based on 143 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 6% lower than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Pennsylvania run around $372. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $513), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $513 — roughly 3.6× the $144 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $144), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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