Hyaluronan Or Derivative, Orthovisc, For Intra-Articular Injection, Per Dose in North Dakota

North Dakota Pricing in Context

In North Dakota, CPT code J7324 (Hyaluronan Or Derivative, Orthovisc, For Intra-Articular Injection, Per Dose) carries an average Medicare payment of $105.52 — 7% above the national benchmark of $98.22. 2 providers across the state submitted claims for this procedure in 2023, performing 47 total services. Individual payments in ND ranged from N/A at the low end to N/A at the high end, reflecting differences in provider setting (office vs. facility), modifiers, and the specific geographic locality code applied within the state.

The average billed charge in North Dakota is $563.83, which is the figure uninsured patients would most likely encounter before any negotiation or charity discount. Medicare, by statute, only reimburses the allowed amount — the balance between billed and paid is written off under provider participation agreements. Insured patients generally pay a negotiated rate that falls between these two figures; the exact amount depends on plan design, deductible status, and in-network participation. Because North Dakota sits above the national Medicare average, commercial rates in the state may also run higher than the US median.

Using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios for Drugs (Administered) procedures, the estimated commercial insurance price in North Dakota lands near $264.88, with self-pay cash prices typically around $254.38. Before scheduling, patients can request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act, compare cash rates from hospital Machine-Readable Files, and confirm whether the provider is in-network with their specific plan. This page presents CMS reference data for informational use; it does not constitute medical or financial advice.