How much does Cataract surgery cost in New Jersey?

Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: New Jersey

In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $3,851, with most between $3,558 and $4,723 ($2,866 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 New Jersey hospitals — 22% higher than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $6,688 (1.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$3,851
New Jersey · $3,558–$4,723
Cash / self-pay
$2,866
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$6,688
1.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 New Jersey 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 New Jersey — FAQs

How much does a Cataract surgery cost in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $3,851, with most between $3,558 and $4,723, based on 51 New Jersey hospitals. That's 22% higher than the national typical of $3,164.

How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in New Jersey?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in New Jersey run around $2,866. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $6,688), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New Jersey hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $6,688 — roughly 1.7× the $3,851 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 New Jersey?

Yes. If a New Jersey hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,851), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Jersey hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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