How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Maine?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $1,587, with most between $808 and $1,643 ($2,660 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 Maine hospitals — 50% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $3,379 (2.1× higher).
Source: medians across 10 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $1,587, with most between $808 and $1,643, based on 10 Maine hospitals. That's 50% lower than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Maine run around $2,660. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,379), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $3,379 — roughly 2.1× the $1,587 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,587), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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