Cost of a Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit
in Massachusetts
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Massachusetts maintains one of the nation's most comprehensive healthcare transparency programs through the MA APCD, yet Carpal Tunnel Surgery costs still vary dramatically across the state's highly consolidated provider market. Patients typically pay between $337.93 and $1956.79 for Carpal Tunnel Surgery procedures, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $721.04 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 1,008 active Carpal Tunnel Surgery providers throughout Massachusetts, patients can browse specialists from Boston's academic medical centers to community practices in the Berkshires.
Average
$1,005
Median
$721
Lowest
$338
Highest
$1,957
Providers
1,008
33% above national average
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How does carpal tunnel surgery compare to related procedures in Massachusetts?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,061 | $2,196 | $6,051 | 1,004 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $80 | $2,012 | $6,060 | 1,302 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $403 | $935 | $2,078 | 1,014 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $438 | $892 | $2,410 | 1,023 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $476 | $1,057 | $2,717 | 1,072 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $834 | $2,485 | 1,368 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $710 | $1,297 | $3,890 | 1,012 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $456 | $1,001 | $2,788 | 1,010 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $219 | $455 | $1,237 | 1,012 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $397 | $834 | $2,168 | 1,003 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $350 | $988 | $2,408 | 1,009 |
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 Massachusetts
These hospitals in Massachusetts are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA
BOSTON, MA
OAK BLUFFS, MA
BOSTON, MA
BOSTON, MA
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 Massachusetts
Massachusetts healthcare costs run approximately 20% above national averages due to the state's concentration of prestigious academic medical centers and highly regulated insurance market. The Commonwealth's compact geography creates unique cost dynamics where patients can access Boston's world-class specialists within an hour's drive from most locations.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Greater Boston hosts the majority of Massachusetts's Carpal Tunnel Surgery specialists, creating a competitive market that paradoxically drives up costs due to academic medical center premiums. Rural areas in Western Massachusetts have fewer specialists, often requiring patients to travel to Springfield, Worcester, or Boston for surgical care. The Pioneer Valley and Berkshire regions rely heavily on traveling surgeons and regional referral patterns.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Massachusetts's healthcare landscape is dominated by large health systems like Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey, and UMass Memorial, which typically charge premium rates for outpatient surgical services. Independent surgery centers and community hospitals often provide more cost-effective alternatives, particularly for routine carpal tunnel releases. Academic medical centers justify higher costs through research programs and resident training, but may not offer better outcomes for straightforward procedures.
Insurance Market Competition in Massachusetts
BCBS MA, Tufts, and Harvard Pilgrim control most of the commercial insurance market, creating a concentrated payer landscape that influences negotiated rates. This oligopoly structure can limit competition but also provides insurers with significant leverage to negotiate favorable rates with providers. The state's aggressive insurance regulation helps keep premium increases in check while maintaining comprehensive coverage requirements.
Physician Supply and Demand in Massachusetts
With over 1,008 active Carpal Tunnel Surgery providers, Massachusetts has one of the highest specialist-to-population ratios in the nation. This abundant supply should theoretically moderate costs, but the concentration of prestigious medical schools and teaching hospitals attracts patients from across New England, maintaining strong demand. The robust physician supply does mean shorter wait times and more options for patients willing to consider providers outside major academic centers.
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 Massachusetts
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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 |