How much does Cataract surgery cost in Illinois?

Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Illinois

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $3,193, with most between $2,012 and $3,941 ($3,745 cash/self-pay). Based on 72 Illinois hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $5,016 (1.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,193
Illinois · $2,012–$3,941
Cash / self-pay
$3,745
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$5,016
1.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 72 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Illinois?

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $3,193, with most between $2,012 and $3,941, based on 72 Illinois hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $3,164.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Illinois run around $3,745. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,016), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $5,016 — roughly 1.6× the $3,193 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,193), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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