How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Iowa?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Iowa
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,922, with most between $1,709 and $3,962 ($3,371 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 Iowa hospitals — 8% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $3,776 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 32 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Iowa?
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,922, with most between $1,709 and $3,962, based on 32 Iowa hospitals. That's 8% lower than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Iowa?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Iowa run around $3,371. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,776), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Iowa hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Iowa hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $3,776 — roughly 1.3× the $2,922 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 Iowa?
Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,922), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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