How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Denver?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $5,320, with most between $3,223 and $8,514 ($3,334 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 68% higher than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $6,667 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 17 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $5,320, with most between $3,223 and $8,514, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 68% higher than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Denver run around $3,334. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,667), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $6,667 — roughly 1.3× the $5,320 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,320), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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