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

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $122, with most between $78 and $256 ($428 cash/self-pay). Based on 393 Texas hospitals — 21% lower than the national typical of $154. Hospital list charges run about $824 (6.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$122
Texas · $78$256
Cash / self-pay
$428
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$824
6.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 393 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs

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

In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an X-ray of the shoulder is about $122, with most between $78 and $256, based on 393 Texas hospitals. That's 21% lower than the national typical of $154.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an X-ray of the shoulder in Texas run around $428. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $824), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Texas hospital "list" charges for an X-ray of the shoulder run about $824 — roughly 6.8× the $122 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 Texas?

Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $122), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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