How much does Cataract surgery cost in Louisiana?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $2,490, with most between $2,268 and $3,748 ($1,238 cash/self-pay). Based on 23 Louisiana hospitals — 21% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $3,978 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 23 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,490, with most between $2,268 and $3,748, based on 23 Louisiana hospitals. That's 21% lower than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Louisiana run around $1,238. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,978), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $3,978 — roughly 1.6× the $2,490 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,490), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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