How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Missouri?

Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Missouri

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $820, with most between $624 and $3,504 ($8,239 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 Missouri hospitals — 74% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $30,513 (37.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$820
Missouri · $624$3,504
Cash / self-pay
$8,239
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$30,513
37.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Missouri?

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $820, with most between $624 and $3,504, based on 36 Missouri hospitals. That's 74% lower than the national typical of $3,164.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Missouri run around $8,239. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $30,513), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $30,513 — roughly 37.2× the $820 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $820), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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