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Cost of collarbone resection with endoscopy in North Carolina

The average cash price for collarbone resection with endoscopy care in North Carolina is $3,078 at a surgery center versus $4,757 at an outpatient hospital. While a surgery center may offer fewer complimentary services, and may not have the full range of support services that outpatient hospital provides, it may still be worth the (35%) you'd save when comparing the cost of collarbone resection with endoscopy performed at an outpatient hospital. Read More

Average cash price in North Carolina

surgery center $3,078 outpatient hospital $4,757

A common collarbone resection with endoscopy at surgery center facility in North Carolina includes

	Units	Avg Cash price
Provider
Orthopedic surgeon visit provider fee First time visit Standard	1	$122
Provider fee to remove part of collar bone at shoulder using endoscope Standard Standard	1	$813
Facility
Surgery center fee to remove part of collar bone at shoulder using endoscope Standard Standard	1	$1,488
Imaging
Radiology fee for shoulder blade x-ray Standard Standard	1	$37
Prescriptions
HYDROCODONE-ACETAMINOPHEN Standard Standard	30	$15
Anesthesia
Anesthesiologist fee to be "put under" for procedure Level 3 Standard	1	$187
Anesthesiologist time to be "put under" for procedure Per minute Standard	225	$417
Total average cash price		$3,078.08

A common collarbone resection with endoscopy at outpatient hospital facility in North Carolina includes

	Units	Avg Cash price
Provider
Orthopedic surgeon visit provider fee First time visit Standard	1	$122
Provider fee to remove part of collar bone at shoulder using endoscope Standard Standard	1	$813
Facility
Outpatient Hospital fee to remove part of collar bone at shoulder using endoscope level 3 Standard	1	$3,167
Imaging
Radiology fee for shoulder blade x-ray Standard Standard	1	$37
Prescriptions
HYDROCODONE-ACETAMINOPHEN Standard Standard	30	$15
Anesthesia
Anesthesiologist fee to be "put under" for procedure Level 3 Standard	1	$187
Anesthesiologist time to be "put under" for procedure Per minute Standard	225	$417
Total average cash price		$4,757.12

What is resection of the collarbone?

Resection of the collarbone is a minimally invasive surgery performed using small instruments and a camera called an arthroscope. During the surgery, the end of the clavicle where it joins the shoulder is partially removed. This procedure is used to treat chronic painful conditions of the shoulder.

Reasons why you might need a collarbone resection include:

Arthritis of the joint between the end of the collarbone and the shoulder (AC joint)
Shoulder joint impingement (narrowing of the AC joint)
Rotator cuff tears

Is distal clavicle resection with endoscopy painful?

You can expect to have some discomfort and swelling right after your surgery. Your surgeon will prescribe medication to help you stay comfortable. Using ice packs right after your surgery will help with pain and swelling. You may also need to wear a sling for a while. The sling can help decrease pain. The benefit of minimally invasive surgeries is that the recovery time is usually shorter and less painful than traditional surgery.

How long does it take to recover from distal clavicle resection?

Full recovery from distal clavicle resection will take 8-10 weeks. You’ll start gentle exercises right after your surgery and follow a physical therapy program to continue to strengthen and regain the range of motion in your shoulder.

What can I expect after distal clavicle excision?

Distal clavicle excision is usually performed as an outpatient procedure. This means after being monitored during recovery after your surgery; you’ll be released to go home the same day. A dressing will cover the small surgical incision, and your arm will be in a sling. Your surgeon will tell you how long you’ll need to use the sling. Applying ice to your shoulder after surgery will help with pain and swelling. You will start physical therapy exercises right away after surgery and gradually increase activity to get the use of your shoulder and arm back.

How do you sleep after distal clavicle excision?

After distal clavicle excision, you may feel more comfortable sleeping in a semi-upright position. A recliner works well for many patients. Use pillows under your arms to support them. Wearing your sling while you sleep can help support your shoulder. If pain keeps you from resting, your surgeon can prescribe medications to keep you comfortable.

Is distal clavicle resection worth it?

Studies have found that distal clavicle resection can relieve pain in AC joint arthritis, but it does not seem helpful for rotator cuff tears. Determining the value of the surgery will depend on your diagnosis.

About the collarbone resection with endoscopy Average Cash Prices

This procedure is most commonly performed at either a surgery center or an outpatient hospital.

Surgery centers, also known as ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), are independent, licensed medical facilities that are governed by distinct regulatory requirements compared with a hospital. Procedures performed at an ASCs are often less expensive than when they are performed at an outpatient hospital, but they typically offer fewer complimentary services, and may not have the full-range of support services that a hospital provides.

Outpatient facilities are outpatient departments or clinics that may be within or next to a hospital, but is owned and run by the affiliated hospital. These facilities can perform surgical treatments and procedures that do not require an overnight stay. Procedures performed at an outpatient hospital are often more expensive than when they are performed in an ambulatory surgery center, but outpatient hospitals may offer more complimentary and support services for patients because they are connected to the hospital system.