How much does a Gallbladder removal cost in Missouri?

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $1,317, with most between $1,269 and $6,033 ($1,692 cash/self-pay). Based on 44 Missouri hospitals — 76% lower than the national typical of $5,569. Hospital list charges run about $1,991 (1.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,317
Missouri · $1,269–$6,033
Cash / self-pay
$1,692
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,991
1.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 44 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs

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

In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $1,317, with most between $1,269 and $6,033, based on 44 Missouri hospitals. That's 76% lower than the national typical of $5,569.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) in Missouri run around $1,692. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,991), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) run about $1,991 — roughly 1.5× the $1,317 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 Missouri?

Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,317), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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