How much does a Gallbladder removal cost in Illinois?

Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) · CPT 47562 · State: Illinois

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $6,142, with most between $1,442 and $10,558 ($5,719 cash/self-pay). Based on 76 Illinois hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $5,569. Hospital list charges run about $7,456 (1.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$6,142
Illinois · $1,442–$10,558
Cash / self-pay
$5,719
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$7,456
1.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 76 Illinois hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost in Illinois — FAQs

How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost in Illinois?

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $6,142, with most between $1,442 and $10,558, based on 76 Illinois hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $5,569.

How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost without insurance in Illinois?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) in Illinois run around $5,719. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,456), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Illinois hospital bill for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) so high?

Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) run about $7,456 — roughly 1.2× the $6,142 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 Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) in Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $6,142), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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