How much does a Gallbladder removal cost in Maine?
Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) · CPT 47562 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $3,060, with most between $964 and $3,400 ($5,572 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 Maine hospitals — 45% lower than the national typical of $5,569. Hospital list charges run about $7,959 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 10 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $3,060, with most between $964 and $3,400, based on 10 Maine hospitals. That's 45% lower than the national typical of $5,569.
How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost without insurance in Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) in Maine run around $5,572. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $7,959), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) run about $7,959 — roughly 2.6× the $3,060 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,060), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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