How much does a Cataract surgery cost in California?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $4,032, with most between $3,101 and $5,642 ($5,044 cash/self-pay). Based on 180 California hospitals — 27% higher than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $9,700 (2.4× higher).
Source: medians across 180 California 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 California — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $4,032, with most between $3,101 and $5,642, based on 180 California hospitals. That's 27% higher than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in California run around $5,044. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,700), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $9,700 — roughly 2.4× the $4,032 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 California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,032), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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