How much does Cataract surgery cost in Arkansas?

Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $3,489, with most between $2,802 and $3,513 ($2,147 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Arkansas hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $8,589 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,489
Arkansas · $2,802–$3,513
Cash / self-pay
$2,147
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$8,589
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 17 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Cataract surgery cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Cataract surgery cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $3,489, with most between $2,802 and $3,513, based on 17 Arkansas hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $3,164.

How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Arkansas run around $2,147. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,589), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $8,589 — roughly 2.5× the $3,489 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 a Cataract surgery in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,489), 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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