How much does Cataract surgery cost in Wisconsin?

Cataract surgery · CPT 66984 · State: Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Cataract surgery is about $2,277, with most between $1,557 and $3,950 ($4,623 cash/self-pay). Based on 84 Wisconsin hospitals — 28% lower than the national typical of $3,164. Hospital list charges run about $7,113 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,277
Wisconsin · $1,557–$3,950
Cash / self-pay
$4,623
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$7,113
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 84 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs

How much does a Cataract surgery cost in Wisconsin?

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Cataract surgery is about $2,277, with most between $1,557 and $3,950, based on 84 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 28% lower than the national typical of $3,164.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Cataract surgery in Wisconsin run around $4,623. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,113), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for a Cataract surgery run about $7,113 — roughly 3.1× 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 Wisconsin?

Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,277), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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