How much does Cataract surgery cost in Kentucky?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Kentucky
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $3,164, with most between $2,528 and $3,812 ($2,447 cash/self-pay). Based on 26 Kentucky hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $3,860 (1.2× higher).
Source: medians across 26 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $3,164, with most between $2,528 and $3,812, based on 26 Kentucky hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Kentucky?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Kentucky run around $2,447. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,860), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Kentucky hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Kentucky hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $3,860 — roughly 1.2× the $3,164 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 Kentucky?
Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,164), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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