How much does Cataract surgery cost in Colorado?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $3,728, with most between $1,217 and $6,220 ($3,233 cash/self-pay). Based on 56 Colorado hospitals — 18% higher than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $5,334 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 56 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $3,728, with most between $1,217 and $6,220, based on 56 Colorado hospitals. That's 18% higher than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Colorado run around $3,233. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,334), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $5,334 — roughly 1.4× the $3,728 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,728), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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