How much does a Cataract surgery cost in South Dakota?
Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,277, with most between $896 and $2,407 ($3,162 cash/self-pay). Based on 8 South Dakota hospitals — 28% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $3,352 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 8 South Dakota 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 South Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Cataract surgery cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,277, with most between $896 and $2,407, based on 8 South Dakota hospitals. That's 28% lower than the national typical of $3,164.
How much does a Cataract surgery cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in South Dakota run around $3,162. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,352), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Cataract surgery so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $3,352 — roughly 1.5× the $2,277 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 South Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,277), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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