How much does a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy cost in Denver?
Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy · CPT 42820 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy is about $5,592, with most between $5,296 and $5,785 ($6,594 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 23% higher than the national typical of $4,540. Hospital list charges run about $13,189 (2.4× higher).
Source: medians across 17 Denver hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy cost in Denver — FAQs
How much does a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy is about $5,592, with most between $5,296 and $5,785, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 23% higher than the national typical of $4,540.
How much does a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy in Denver run around $6,594. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $13,189), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for a Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy run about $13,189 — roughly 2.4× the $5,592 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 Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy in Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $5,592), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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