How much does Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost in Texas?
Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) · CPT 47562 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $5,553, with most between $4,777 and $7,591 ($6,896 cash/self-pay). Based on 333 Texas hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $5,569. Hospital list charges run about $11,821 (2.1× higher).
Source: medians across 333 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) is about $5,553, with most between $4,777 and $7,591, based on 333 Texas hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $5,569.
How much does a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) cost without insurance in Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) in Texas run around $6,896. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,821), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for a Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) run about $11,821 — roughly 2.1× the $5,553 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,553), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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