How much does an Appendectomy cost in Arkansas?

Appendectomy (laparoscopic) · CPT 44970 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) is about $5,466, with most between $1,729 and $5,569 ($2,932 cash/self-pay). Based on 27 Arkansas hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $5,280. Hospital list charges run about $11,728 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$5,466
Arkansas · $1,729–$5,569
Cash / self-pay
$2,932
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$11,728
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 27 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Appendectomy (laparoscopic) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Appendectomy (laparoscopic) cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) is about $5,466, with most between $1,729 and $5,569, based on 27 Arkansas hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $5,280.

How much does an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) in Arkansas run around $2,932. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,728), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an Appendectomy (laparoscopic) run about $11,728 — roughly 2.1× the $5,466 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 Appendectomy (laparoscopic) in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,466), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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