Cost of a Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit
in Idaho
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Idaho's largely rural healthcare landscape, with only two major metropolitan areas serving a geographically dispersed population, creates unique cost dynamics for specialized surgical procedures. Carpal Tunnel Surgery patients in Idaho typically encounter negotiated rates ranging from $90 to $1,030, with a median cost of $581 across the state's 80 active providers. These rates reflect what insurers actually pay providers rather than inflated list prices, giving patients a realistic picture of costs throughout Idaho's healthcare market.
Average
$567
Median
$581
Lowest
$90
Highest
$1,031
Providers
80
25% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does carpal tunnel surgery compare to related procedures in Idaho?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,061 | $1,894 | $3,049 | 78 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,843 | $3,023 | 93 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $797 | $1,348 | 101 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $838 | $4,173 | 201 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $80 | $738 | $1,480 | 145 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $719 | $1,349 | 182 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,196 | $2,021 | 96 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $785 | $1,422 | 122 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $388 | $679 | 96 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $438 | $690 | $1,197 | 76 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $839 | $1,484 | 93 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 64721 — Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 64721 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 64721 (Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 64721 covers: the provider's professional fee for carpal tunnel surgery. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Top-Rated Hospitals in Idaho
These hospitals in Idaho are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
BOISE, ID
MCCALL, ID
BOISE, ID
MOSCOW, ID
POST FALLS, ID
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Idaho
Idaho's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and reduced facility overhead compared to coastal markets. However, the state's rural geography and limited specialist availability can create access challenges that offset some cost advantages, particularly for residents in remote counties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most of Idaho's qualified hand surgeons practice within the Boise metropolitan area, creating significant travel burdens for patients in rural counties like Lemhi or Boundary. Rural residents often face higher total costs when factoring in travel and lodging expenses for surgical care. The concentration of specialists in urban areas also means longer wait times and less price competition in smaller communities.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Saint Alphonsus and St. Luke's Health System dominate Idaho's hospital-based outpatient surgery market, while independent ambulatory surgery centers offer competitive alternatives primarily in the Boise area. Hospital-owned facilities typically charge higher facility fees due to regulatory overhead and staffing requirements. Independent surgical centers can offer the same procedures at 20-30% lower facility costs while maintaining equivalent safety standards.
Insurance Market Competition in Idaho
Limited insurer competition between Regence BlueCross, PacificSource, and smaller regional plans reduces negotiating pressure on provider rates compared to more competitive markets. This concentrated market structure can result in higher negotiated rates for specialized procedures like carpal tunnel surgery. Rural areas have even fewer insurer options, sometimes leaving patients with only one or two network choices.
Physician Supply and Demand in Idaho
With 80 active providers performing Carpal Tunnel Surgery across the state, Idaho maintains reasonable access relative to its population, though geographic distribution remains uneven. The state's growing population and aging demographics are increasing demand for hand surgery services faster than specialist supply in some regions. This supply-demand imbalance can drive up pricing and extend wait times, particularly for non-urgent cases.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Carpal Tunnel Surgery Costs in Idaho
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 64721)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $85 – $5,357 | $2,063 |
| 2 | North Dakota Range: $319 – $2,591 | $1,168 |
| 3 | Rhode Island Range: $364 – $1,957 | $1,066 |
| 4 | Massachusetts Range: $338 – $1,957 | $1,005 |
| 5 | Minnesota Range: $358 – $1,930 | $1,003 |
| 6 | Delaware Range: $354 – $1,957 | $974 |
| 7 | Georgia Range: $344 – $1,930 | $973 |
| 8 | West Virginia Range: $342 – $2,006 | $972 |
| 9 | New York Range: $320 – $1,963 | $969 |
| 10 | New Jersey Range: $265 – $2,119 | $968 |
| 11 | Connecticut Range: $311 – $1,957 | $962 |
| 12 | Alaska Range: $364 – $1,957 | $961 |
| 13 | Kentucky Range: $340 – $1,957 | $954 |
| 14 | Pennsylvania Range: $317 – $1,957 | $937 |
| 15 | District of Columbia Range: $328 – $1,686 | $917 |
| 16 | Oregon Range: $90 – $1,930 | $888 |
| 17 | Wyoming Range: $519 – $1,358 | $865 |
| 18 | Nebraska Range: $513 – $1,068 | $840 |
| 19 | New Hampshire Range: $429 – $1,267 | $838 |
| 20 | Washington Range: $490 – $1,221 | $793 |
| 21 | Iowa Range: $361 – $1,068 | $787 |
| 22 | California Range: $80 – $1,930 | $757 |
| 23 | Maine Range: $519 – $888 | $753 |
| 24 | Utah Range: $265 – $988 | $728 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $349 – $1,241 | $727 |
| 26 | Colorado Range: $364 – $1,110 | $701 |
| 27 | New Mexico Range: $385 – $1,031 | $683 |
| 28 | Illinois Range: $372 – $1,070 | $679 |
| 29 | Hawaii Range: $358 – $1,040 | $667 |
| 30 | South Dakota Range: $296 – $1,068 | $662 |
| 31 | Indiana Range: $291 – $1,070 | $640 |
| 32 | Vermont Range: $338 – $1,053 | $637 |
| 33 | Michigan Range: $359 – $1,068 | $628 |
| 34 | South Carolina Range: $334 – $1,030 | $610 |
| 35 | Louisiana Range: $294 – $979 | $593 |
| 36 | Alabama Range: $294 – $910 | $590 |
| 37 | Missouri Range: $402 – $726 | $581 |
| 38 | Idaho Range: $90 – $1,031 | $567 |
| 39 | Virginia Range: $309 – $920 | $564 |
| 40 | Arkansas Range: $294 – $790 | $560 |
| 41 | Maryland Range: $318 – $920 | $552 |
| 42 | Tennessee Range: $332 – $804 | $546 |
| 43 | Oklahoma Range: $345 – $823 | $531 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $402 – $670 | $526 |
| 45 | Mississippi Range: $332 – $826 | $520 |
| 46 | Montana Range: $90 – $979 | $513 |
| 47 | Nevada Range: $352 – $746 | $512 |
| 48 | Ohio Range: $268 – $797 | $506 |
| 49 | Texas Range: $90 – $895 | $484 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $352 – $729 | $482 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $733 | $274 |