Without health insurance, diagnosis and treatment for a dislocated shoulder typically includes the cost of the X-ray, a facility fee and a doctor fee for a typical total of less than $1,000 if anesthesia is not required up to $8,000 or more if anesthesia is required. A shoulder X-ray costs an average of $210, according to NewChoiceHealth.com[1] , but some providers charge $1,500 or more. Treatment of a dislocated shoulder without anesthesia costs about $400, not including the doctor fee, while treatment with anesthesia ranges from $2,400 to $8,700, not including the doctor fee, according to Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center[2] in Lincoln, Nebraska. A typical doctor fee could range from $250 to $950 for the procedure, according to Carolina Orthopaedic Surgery Associates[3] .
Treatment for a dislocated shoulder is typically covered by health insurance. A patient with insurance would typically pay an X-ray copay, an office visit copay and coinsurance of 30%or more for the procedure. The cost could reach the yearly out-of-pocket maximum if anesthesia is required.

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What should be included:

Dislocated shoulders often are treated in an emergency room, where the doctor will order an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis, then will physically relocate the shoulder and apply a sling to hold it in place. eMedicineHealth.com offers an overview of dislocated shoulder treatment[4] .

Additional costs:

A shoulder sling[5] , often used during the recovery process, can cost $30 to $80 or more. A shoulder brace[6] , which might be worn by an athlete whose shoulder was dislocated, can cost $30 to $50 or more.
Going to an emergency room for initial treatment could add an emergency room visit fee of $500 or more to the final bill.

Discounts:

Some hospitals and orthopedic specialists offer discounts for uninsured/cash paying patients. For example, Washington Hospital Healthcare System[7] in California offers a 35% discount for uninsured patients as well as a financial assistance program for qualifying uninsured patients. And the Southern California Orthopedic Institute offers discounted services for cash-paying patients.
Some free clinics, such as the Community Health Free Clinic[8] in Chicago, offer orthopedic specialty care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services[9] offers a directory of federally funded health centers. These centers are open to anyone and fees are charged on a sliding scale based on federal poverty guidelines; the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends contacting clinics directly for specific information on their discount policies. If the nearest clinic doesn't offer orthopedic care, ask for a referral.

Shopping for a dislocated shoulder:

A dislocated shoulder might require immediate treatment at a hospital emergency room. An orthopedic surgeon would treat a dislocated shoulder, but it also could be treated by a sports medicine doctor.
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery[10] offers an orthopedic surgeon locator by city, state or zip code. The American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine offers a doctor locator.

Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.

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Shoulder Dislocation

Amount: $325.00

Posted by: JC-JC in Dunwoody, GA.	Posted: September 6th, 2020 11:09AM
Type of Treatment: Repositioning of Dislocation	Medical Center: Urgent Care
Insurance: PHCS

Urgent care visit for shoulder dislocation after skateboarding accident for college age son. We had an excellent Dr and service. Used muscle relaxing injection, before X-ray, repositioning procedure (fee for the facility and dr.), after X-ray for the service cost. Done with minimal time and cost.